Donna Papa
American softball coach (born 1956)
About Donna Papa
Born 1956. Donna Papa is an American softball coach.
Donna Jean Papa (born March 16, 1956) is an American softball coach. With a record of 1,368–805–4, she ranks 7th in wins in the history of college softball. She was the head coach at the University of North Carolina from 1986-2023. She was inducted into the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame.
Coaching career North Carolina On May 25, 2023, after 38 years at the helm, Donna Papa retired as head coach of the North Carolina softball team.
Head coaching record
Softball
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Who is Donna Papa?
American softball coach (born 1956)
When was Donna Papa born?
Donna Papa was born on 16 March 1956 in Waterbury.
What is Donna Papa's occupation?
Donna Papa is a softball coach.
What nationality is Donna Papa?
Donna Papa is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donna Papa. https://biography.guide/donna-papa/
MLA: "Donna Papa." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donna-papa/.
Chicago: "Donna Papa." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donna-papa/.
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