Hendrix Athletic Director, Amy Weaver, has announced the hiring of Gram Middleton as the new Head Women's Golf Coach, after spending the 2025-26 season as a student assistant for the women's basketball team. Middleton will also be retained on the women's basketball staff. 

Middleton was a star pitcher for cross-town Central Baptist College, finishing up his four year career as the program leader in career starts (42) and innings pitched (232.2). Middleton also recorded 257 strikeouts (9.94 K/9) in his career, which ranks 3rd in CBC history. Middleton was named All-AMC First team in 2024, as well as a three-time All-AMC Academic Team Selection. 

Middleton is the son of Lyle and Tracie Middleton. His father, Lyle, is the long time Athletic Director, retired Women's Basketball Coach and Golf Coach at Central Baptist College.