Duane Lanham begins his eighth season as the head coach of the Owens softball program. He has over 19 years of coaching experience at various levels. He served as the varsity softball coach at Sylvania Southview High School for six years prior to joining the Express. He has also held positions as Sylvania's Fast Pitch Summer Traveling team coach, Sylvania Southview High School's assistant varsity softball coach and as Hawkins Elementary softball coach.

During his tenure at Sylvania Southview, he amassed an overall record of 125-69, capturing two Northern Lakes League titles and advancing twice to the D-I regional finals. His accomplishments include receiving two Northern Lakes League Coach of the Year awards.
Lanham is also an active member in the community, serving as president of the Sylvania Fast Pitch Softball Association and membership with the Down and Dirty Fast Pitch Softball Association.

The Sylvania resident attended the University of Toledo and is a graduate of Whitmer High School.