Matt Zedrick was named the new Western Michigan golf head coach on June 30, 2025.
Zedrick brings more than a decade of collegiate coaching experience to Kalamazoo - both as a head coach and assistant coach - most recently serving as Associate Head Coach at the University of Nebraska. Known for his total player development and strategic course management expertise, Zedrick has helped lead individuals and programs to multiple NCAA Regional appearances and record-breaking performances across multiple institutions.
Zedrick joined the Huskers in 2022 and made an immediate impact, helping the team climb into the top 25 nationally by mid-fall and secure an NCAA Regional berth in his first season. His leadership and contributions led to a promotion to Associate Head Coach in 2023.
Prior to Nebraska, Zedrick served as an assistant coach at Chattanooga and spent six successful seasons as the head coach at Purdue Fort Wayne, where he guided the Mastodons to numerous program records and 19 WGCA All-America Scholar honors. During his tenure in Fort Wayne, Matt oversaw record improvement in team scoring average and top team score. He has also held coaching roles at Marshall University, Garden City Community College, and in multiple youth golf development organizations.
Zedrick is widely respected for his forward-thinking approach to player development, including his use of advanced technology such as Trackman and the DECADE golf course management system to enhance training and competitive performance. His detailed approach to course strategy, swing analysis, and data-driven instruction has resulted in measurable growth for student-athletes at every level. Zedrick also brings a strong recruiting background, having built successful rosters at multiple institutions through talent identification, relationship building, and a focus on academic and athletic fit.
A native of Danville, Ill., Zedrick earned his undergraduate degree in exercise science from Illinois State and a master's degree in adult education from Marshall. He and his wife, Gwen, have two daughters, Sophia and Tillie.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING ABOUT MATT ZEDRICK
Jeanne Sutherland
Head Women's Golf Coach (retired), Nebraska-Lincoln and 30-year collegiate coaching veteran
"Matt is one of the finest coaches I've had the opportunity to be around. He cares for his players and has empathy for the toughness of the game, yet he holds them accountable and constantly teaches the skills they need to improve and become great players."
Stew Burke
Head Women's Coach, Kansas State
"Matt's appointment as Head Coach for Western Michigan University Women's Golf is a home run hire. His dedication, strategic insight, and passion for developing student-athletes will undoubtedly elevate the program to new heights. I'm excited to see the positive impact he'll have both on and off the course."
Todd Oehrlein
Head Women's Golf Coach, Wisconsin
"I've watched Matt work with his teams for a lot of years now. He does a tremendous job with his players and works extremely hard when recruiting. Not only is he an outstanding coach, but he's a great person that coaches with character and strong values. Congratulations to Western Michigan and the Bronco family. "
