ST. PAUL, Minn. – Macalester College assistant volleyball coach Delilah Wolf attended the NCAA Women's Coaches Academy, held May 17-20 in Denver, Colo. Wolf followed head coach Mary Johnston, who attended the Women's Coaches Academy in 2022, and the Academy 2.0 last summer.

Hosted in partnership with the NCAA, these premier leadership development programs provide multi-day, transformational experiences for women coaches across all sports and collegiate levels.
 
This year, 122 women coaches will participate, including 98 in the NCAA WCA and 24 in A2.0.
Participants represent 20 sports and a broad range of institutions, including NCAA Divisions I, II, and III, as well as the NAIA, 3C2A, NJCAA, and others. Attendees include head and assistant coaches, administrators, graduate assistants, and strength coaches.
 
"Through its continued partnership with WeCOACH, the NCAA is proud to support and host the 2026 NCAA Women Coaches Academy and NCAA Academy 2.0," said DeeDee Merritt, NCAA Managing Director of Leadership Development. "These academies create transformative leadership opportunities that empower women coaches, support their retention, and reinforce the collegiate athletics landscape."
 
A highlight of this year's Academies will be the presentation of the 2025-26 Lifetime Achievement Awards, presented by Jostens, honoring five women coaches for their lasting impact on the profession: Kathy Aspaas, Valorie Kondos Field, Dr. Tina Sloan Green, Billie Jean King, Lorene Ramsey, and Barbara Stevens.
 
"The Academy provides a transformational experience where participants leave with renewed
purpose, actionable strategies, and a lasting support network," said Vanessa Fuchs, CEO of WeCOACH. "Our data shows graduates continue to remain in coaching at rates well above the national average, and we are committed to broadening that impact. This year, thanks to our generous supporters, we have awarded more than $65,650 in scholarships to 61 participants."
 
Since its inception, more than 2,500 coaches have graduated from our Academies. The program
focuses on holistic leadership development, equipping women coaches with the skills, confidence, and community to thrive personally and professionally.

Wolf completed her first year as the Scots' full-time assistant coach in 2025-26.