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Coast Guard Academy Softball

Bears

NEWMAC · New London, CT

Developing Program

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

93%

Graduation rate

Graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.

Coast Guard Academy softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Total enrollment
1,081

Enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
NEWMAC
Location
New London, CT
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What Coast Guard Academy Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Grade:

Recruiting Timeline

D3 contact rules for Coast Guard Academy. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • Recruiting often extends through senior year
  • Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
  • Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Arielle Porter

Head Coach

a•••@uscga.edu

Verified against the school's athletics site

Megan Godwin

Assistant Coach

m•••@uscga.edu

Dana Fleischmann

Assistant Coach

d•••@uscga.edu

LTJG Mariah Dewey

Volunteer Assistant Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Coast Guard Academy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Coast Guard Academy softball?

Start by filling out the Coast Guard Academy recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Coast Guard Academy coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Coast Guard Academy offer softball scholarships?

Coast Guard Academy is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at Coast Guard Academy?

The current head coach is Arielle Porter. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Accessible

This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.

Academic Profile

SAT range (EBRW + Math)
1240–1400
ACT range
27–32

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.

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Quick Facts

Division
D3
Conference
NEWMAC
State
CT
Camps Listed
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