Lexi Meade to Step Down as Women's Golf Head Coach

LA CROSSE, Wis. – Viterbo University announced that Lexi Meade has stepped down as head coach of the women's golf program after completing her first season at the helm.

Meade guided the V-Hawks through the 2025-26 campaign, leading the team to two top-five finishes, including a standout third-place performance at the RedTail Spring Shootout in March 2026. Under her leadership, Viterbo golfers consistently earned top-20 individual placements, with the season's best individual finish landing in 13th place.

In a statement, Meade expressed gratitude for her time with the program:

"My sincerest thanks to the entire Viterbo University Athletics staff for their guidance and patience over the past year. I am profoundly appreciative of the opportunities I received and the experience I gained as a member of this department. I extend my best wishes to our coaches, athletes, and administrators alike."

Meade's influence extended beyond competition. The women's golf team posted a 3.75 GPA in the spring of 2026 and a 3.56 GPA in the fall, continuing the program's strong academic tradition. Two student-athletes earned both CCAC All-Academic and NAIA Scholar Athlete honors during the academic year, underscoring the team's commitment to excellence in the classroom.

"I want to thank Lexi for her hard work and leadership of our women's golf program this past year," says Athletics Director Barry Fried, "I'm glad she will remain at Viterbo in her full-time role in the admissions office and wish her nothing but success."

Although stepping away from coaching, Meade will continue to service the Viterbo community as an undergraduate admissions counselor, supporting students in the STEM and Pre-Health programs.

Viterbo University will begin an immediate search for their next women's golf head coach.