Cougars Softball
Brigham Young University
Big 12 · Provo, UT
$6K
In-state tuition
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
82%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big 12
- Location
- Provo, UT
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for BYU. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits with the coaching staff can begin September 1 of junior year (campus visits without recruiting contact are allowed anytime)
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime (not binding). Written aid offers are signed during the early or regular signing period (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- September 1, junior year — official contact begins
- September 1, junior year — official and unofficial visits can begin
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules
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Coaching Staff
Gordon Eakin
Head Coach
Pete Meredith
Associate Head Softball Coach
p•••@byu.eduAllie Hancock-Schneemann
Softball Assistant Coach
a•••@byu.eduAlex Mascarenas
Softball Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Brigham Young University softball?
Start by filling out the Brigham Young University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Brigham Young University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Brigham Young University offer softball scholarships?
Brigham Young University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
Who is the head coach at Brigham Young University?
The current head coach is Gordon Eakin. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $75,790/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $58,450/yr
- Median student debt
- $11,069
- Admission rate
- 68%
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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