West Orange High School is proud to announce the hiring of Stephen Lenzi as the new head coach of the West Orange Softball program. A 2001 graduate of West Orange, Coach Lenzi returns to his alma mater with a wealth of experience, a proven track record, and a deep passion for the game.

Coach Lenzi has spent the past four years leading Horizon High School’s softball program , where he compiled an impressive 80–30 record. Under his leadership, Horizon advanced to the playoffs every season, culminating in a regional championship and a state playoff appearance in the 2023–2024 season. Prior to Horizon, Lenzi served as an assistant coach at Windermere High School and spent a decade coaching elite travel softball with the Florida Rage and the Gold Coast Hurricanes.

West Orange Administration is thrilled to bring Coach Lenzi on board to lead a program with a rich history of success, including multiple state championships. Known for his gritty, focused, and fearless approach, Lenzi’s teams reflect his competitive spirit and close-knit culture. His ability to teach the game and elevate player performance has earned him respect throughout the softball community. Beyond coaching, Lenzi is recognized for his expertise in field maintenance, consistently enhancing playing conditions and creating a stadium environment that instills pride in athletes and the community alike.

Coach Lenzi will be stepping in for Coach Scott Howell, who continues to serve West Orange as a dean. We also extend heartfelt appreciation to Kelsey Cisowski for her eight years of dedication as an assistant coach. Kelsey has been a pillar of support for the program following her father, Todd LaNeave’ s transition from two-time state champion head coach to Athletic Director. While Kelsey was considered for the head coaching role and is highly qualified, the administration felt that appointing a coach outside the immediate family would help maintain transparency and trust among parents and players.

Please join us in welcoming Coach Stephen Lenzi back to West Orange High School. We look forward to an exciting new chapter for West Orange Softball under his leadership.

Coach Lenzi will have a meet and greet at 3:00pm on Thursday, December 18^th at the softball field for anyone interested.