Softball Coach Dan Nessler

 Dan Nessler enters his eighth season as the head softball coach in 2023-24. During Nessler’s first seven seasons, the Vikings have qualified for the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) postseason tournament every year (aside from 2020 due to the cancelation of the season). Prior to Nessler’s arrival, the Vikings last advanced to postseason play in 2013.

The 2023 season was one to remember for the Vikings, who rattled off 23 straight wins during the regular season en route to a school record 30 wins. The Vikings went 20-1 during UMAC play to take the regular season title, with the 20 wins also being a new program best.

Nessler Stats

All-Conference: 11
Conference Rookies of the Year: 3
Conference Defensive Team: 10