PLANO WEST WOLVES' SOFTBALL HEAD COACH

Mike Ledsome

A graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University, Coach Ledsome has been with Plano ISD for 26 years and has led the Plano West Lady Wolves Softball program since its inception in 1999. He was named the Dallas Morning News Coach of the Year in 2004 and has earned District Coach of the Year honors multiple times, including in 2023. Over his career, he has amassed more than 495 wins with the Plano West softball program. 

In addition to serving as the head softball coach, Coach Ledsome is the Assistant Athletic Director for Plano West and a former physical education teacher at Skaggs Elementary. His wife, Cathy, is also a teacher in the district, and their two children are proud graduates of PISD schools.

In addition to serving as the head softball coach, Coach Ledsome is the Assistant Athletic Director for Plano West and former physical education teacher at Skaggs Elementary. His wife, Cathy, is also a teacher in the district, and their two children are proud graduates of PISD schools.

During the 2023-2024 season, Coach Ledsome led the Lady Wolves to the regional semifinals—their deepest playoff run since 2015. This marks his eighth season as head coach, during which the program has won seven district titles and reached the playoffs 16 times.

“Our culture every year is about developing strong chemistry and playing for each other, with key traits like energy, grit, and never quit.” – Coach Ledsome

PLANO WEST WOLVES' SOFTBALL COACHES

From left to right: Assistant Coach Drew Bankson, Assistant Coach Jennifer Kay, Assistant Coach Allie Barentine, Head Coach Mike Ledsome