Lambuth University Athletics Director, Ken Brown has announced the hiring of Jack Peel as the new softball coach.

Peel was the Lyon College Lady Pipers' coach this past season. It was the inaugural season for the Lady Pipers'.

Peel was an assistant baseball coach at the University of Memphis for three seasons.

Before his coaching career, Peel spent six years as a professional baseball player in the Chicago White Sox and Texas Rangers organizations.

Peel is a graduate of the University of Memphis.

Athletics Director, Ken Brown commented on the hiring. "We  are very pleased Jack  has  accepted the position. He started  the program at Lyon College  from the ground up and did a fantastic job. He is a man of great character and integrity."

Coach Peel commented on the opportunity, " I am extremely excited to come to Lambuth. I am looking forward to the challenge. This is a great University and I am looking forward to moving to Jackson." Peel added, " There are some fine high school programs in this area and I look forward to meeting the coaches and players and getting started."