Zeeland East is thrilled to announce the hiring of softball coach, Jolie Groeneveld.  

Coach Groeneveld heads to Zeeland East after completing her playing career at Cornerstone University.  While playing at Cornerstone, Groeneveld was a two time all conference player, two time academic all conference, holds the single season stolen bases record and was named Cornerstone’s Breakthrough Athlete in 2022.   

In addition to her playing career, Groeneveld has served as a varsity assistant coach at Allendale High School the last four years.  Coach Groeneveld has also assisted in coaching with Finesse West Fastpitch.  

Jolie brings an impressive playing background combined with an undeniable passion for the game. We are excited for her to share her love for softball as she teaches our student-athletes!

Groeneveld is eager to get started at Zeeland East:

“I am honored and excited for the opportunity to coach the Zeeland East Softball Team.  Zeeland is a great community and I am eager to build relationships with those in the softball community.  I am excited to meet the players and bring more people into the sport that I love!”

Coach Groeneveld will be holding a meeting next Wednesday (December 11th) at 3:00pm in the Zeeland East Cafeteria to meet the softball team.