Melinda Fischer

Retired ISU softball coach Melinda Fischer is one of this year's McLean County History Makers. She talked to WGLT about the "extraordinary people that have really made my journey so exciting and so valuable," and how she's spending her time since retiring.

The McLean County Museum of History announced the 2026 class of History Makers at a media event Wednesday morning. It includes former ISU softball coach Melinda Fischer, former County Board Chair John McIntyre, counselor Feli Sebastian and community activists Camille and Art Taylor.

Melinda Fischer is the winningest coach in Illinois State University history. A $100,000 fundraiser seeks to upgrade team facilities and provide professional development for student-athletes.

Baseball is happening and all is right with the world. Today, though, let's hear about another bat and ball game — softball. It was big in Central Illinois for many decades with lots of semi-pro teams and even industrial leagues for men and women. it also offered an outlet for young women before they had opportunities to play other organized sports.

Melinda Fischer retired as the winningest coach in Illinois State University history and one of the most successful ever in college softball.

Illinois State University softball coach Melinda Fischer announced her retirement on Sunday after 37 seasons with the Redbirds. Her longtime assistant coach, Tina Kramos, was named her successor.

One of Illinois State softball's most valuable players this season will never throw a pitch, hit a ball or steal a base.The softball team gave 8-year-old…

Illinois State softball coach Melinda Fischer will have a national award named in her honor.The National Fastpitch Coaches Association has announced its…

The Illinois State University athletic community is mourning the loss of longtime volunteer assistant softball coach Bill Dickson. He was 85 when he died…