Michelle (Carlson) Neveling joined the Stockton University softball staff for the 2026 season, bringing with her extensive collegiate coaching and playing experience. She previously served three years as the head coach at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County (1997–2000) and also returned to her alma mater, The College of New Jersey (formerly Trenton State), in a coaching capacity. Her background includes leadership at the Division I and Division III levels, as well as firsthand experience competing at the highest tiers of NCAA softball.
As a student-athlete at Trenton State, Neveling compiled one of the most accomplished careers in NCAA Division III history. She was named the National Softball Coaches Association (now NFCA) Division III Player of the Year in both 1994 and 1995, becoming the first two-time recipient of the award. She also earned the Honda Award for Division III softball in both years and was a finalist for the overall national Honda Award. Neveling led her team to NCAA Division III national championships in 1992 and 1994 and a runner-up finish in 1995. A three-time All-American and four-time NCAA Division III All-Tournament Team selection, she remains in the NCAA record book for numerous single-season and career offensive categories. She holds degrees in health and physical education and athletic administration from TCNJ and was inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame in 2007.
