Diane Ninemire

Diane Lynn Ninemire (born February 12, 1957) is an American softball coach. She was the head coach of the California Golden Bears softball team from 1988 until March 3, 2020 when she resigned—effective immediately—for health reasons. When she resigned, she ranked ninth all-time in wins in college softball history with a career record of 1,355-687-1.

Early life and education Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Ninemire grew up in nearby Ralston and graduated from Ralston High School. Playing softball and basketball at Midland Lutheran College (now Midland University) in the 1976–77 season, Ninemire transferred to the University of Nebraska–Omaha after one year, lettering in softball and basketball there as well.

When she resigned, Ninemire had a 1,355-687-1 record in 31 seasons. Cal won the 2002 Women's College World Series, the first national championship for any women's sports team at the school.