Head Women's Volleyball Coach Eric Plunkett has resigned from his position at Gardner-Webb University due to health concerns with his family. A national search for the next head coach has commenced.

Why It Matters

Plunkett's resignation marks the end of his successful tenure, during which he led the team to its best performance in the Big South Conference standings and its first-ever appearance in the conference tournament semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • Plunkett led the team to a 14-13 overall record and an 8-6 Big South Conference record in the last season.
  • During his three seasons at Gardner-Webb, the team saw an increase in overall and conference win totals each year.
State of Play
  • Assistant coach Kali Boatwright will serve as the interim head coach until the next head coach is named.
Bottom Line

Plunkett's departure leaves a vacancy to be filled for the head coach position, as the team aims to build upon its recent success under new leadership.