The most successful coach in the history of women's athletics at Mansfield University, Edith Gallagher has been at the helm of the Mansfield University softball program since 1992.

In her 29 seasons, Gallagher has directed the Mountaineers to eight postseason berths and won three ECAC Championships while producing 54 All-PSAC selections. Gallagher is the first women's coach in school history to achieve the 300- and 400-win milestones.
 

Gallagher led Mansfield to its first PSAC Central division title in program history in 2013 after the Mountaineers posted an 11-5 divisional record. Following the season, Gallagher was named PSAC Central Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season. The 2013 squad featured the PSAC Central Athlete and Freshman of the Year along with three All-PSAC Central selections.

Just since 2013, Gallagher has helped five athletes earn All-Region honors and 13 earn All-PSAC, while coaching a Freshman of the Year and a Player of the Year.

The Mounties reached the PSAC postseason in 2019 and were off to a 6-4 start before the season was cancelled due to COVID-19.
 

Gallagher has held many hats in the athletic department, serving as interim athletic director, field hockey head coach (1992) and much more. She was named Mansfield University Employee of the Year in April of 2016.

Hear from coach "G" as she discusses challenges faced during COVID-19, the culture of team 41, her favorite quote and more.
 
What has been the biggest challenge during a "COVID-19" offseason?
 
A: To keep the team connected while we were physically apart.
 
 
What makes MU so special to you?
 
The people are what make MU special.  Due to our small size you can make a lot of personal connections. The personal connections allow all of us to be "seen".  Everyone who works at MU wants to see our students and Teams succeed. We all take great pride in our university.
 
What is your favorite quote?

A: "It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard ... is what makes it great."  - Jimmy Dugan: A League of Their Own

Team culture has always been key to MUSB, how has this year's culture still been able to develop during unprecedented times?

A: Challenging times bring out the best in people and we are finding ways to be together outside the field, but still following all safety guidelines.

One thing you would tell your younger self?
 
A: To control your controllable and not be so hard on yourself mentally.