Experienced and talented young coach Abigail Bolt was named assistant women’s golf coach at Kennesaw State during the 2025-26 season.
Bolt reunites with Vanderpool after three seasons together at Georgia State.
"Abby will be a great addition to our team serving as our assistant coach,” head coach Ket Vanderpool said. “She has a strong knowledge of the game which will help cultivate our players skills and performance on the course. Additionally, she was a member of Appalachian State women’s golf team from 2017-21. Her recent experience being a student-athlete will elevate our student-athletes experience during their time at Kennesaw State. I am excited to have Abby join our team. Go Owls!"
While at Georgia State, Bolt assisted in practice planning, qualifying and daily training sessions for the team, while also providing on-course instruction and player development.
Together with Vanderpool, the pair coached GSU to some of their most successful seasons in recent years, including nine top-five team finishes and 10 top-10 individual finishes – with four tournament victories.
Prior to Georgia State, Bolt worked at Towne Lake Hills Golf Club in Woodstock, Ga., where she gained experience in course and event management, facilitating tournaments and teaching junior golf clinics.
"I am thrilled to be joining Kennesaw State’s women’s golf program!” Bolt said. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Ket and this incredible team. I am excited to contribute my experience to help guide the next generation of college golfers. I’m looking forward to making meaningful memories as we continue to elevate the program to new heights."
Bolt participated as a four-year letterwinner on the Appalachian State women's golf team. While playing for the Mountaineers, Bolt competed in 35 events with multiple individual wins, leading the team with a 77.81 average. She was awarded the APPSPYS Women's Golf MVP Award in her senior season.
Bolt graduated for App State in May 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in recreation management and a minor in psychology. Since graduation, the Woodstock, Ga., native has continued to stay active in golf by competing in amateur tournaments.
