Pirates Softball
East Carolina University
American · Greenville, NC
$7K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $24K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
62%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- American
- Location
- Greenville, NC
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Shane Winkler
Head Coach
w•••@ecu.eduJenna Cone
Assistant Coach
c•••@ecu.eduLexie Handley
Assistant Coach
h•••@ecu.eduMakenzie Mason
Director of Operations/Assistant Coach
m•••@ecu.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Camps & Clinics
ELITE PROSPECT CAMP
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- High School
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Register early — the best camps fill up months in advance.
What East Carolina Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for East Carolina. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by East Carolina University softball?
Start by filling out the East Carolina University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where East Carolina University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does East Carolina University offer softball scholarships?
East Carolina University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are East Carolina University softball camps?
East Carolina University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at East Carolina University?
The current head coach is Shane Winkler. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $55,146/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $46,420/yr
- Median student debt
- $22,750
- Admission rate
- 89%
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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