Sheryl Gilmore is the head coach of the Western Washington University softball program, entering her eighth season. Since taking over in 2019, she has led the Vikings to five consecutive GNAC Championship appearances, three conference titles, three NCAA Division II Championship berths, and two College World Series trips. Under her leadership, the team has achieved a .648 winning percentage and set multiple program records, including 52 wins in a single season, the highest winning percentage (.825), and career offensive and defensive milestones.
The 2024 season was historic, with WWU winning the GNAC Championship, NCAA West Regional and Super Regional, and reaching the College World Series for the first time in program history, finishing as national runner-up. In 2025, the Vikings repeated as West Region Coaching Staff of the Year, won the GNAC regular season and tournament titles, and finished third at the College World Series. During her tenure, five players earned All-American honors, while numerous others received All-Conference and All-Region recognition.
