D1Mountain West
Competitive

Fresno State Softball

Bulldogs

Mountain West · Fresno, CA

Solid Program

$7K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $19K

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

55%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Fresno State softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.

Conference level
High Major
Est. in-state year, all in
$18,614
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$30,494Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Total enrollment
23,986

Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
Mountain West
Location
Fresno, CA
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Fresno State Coaches Look For

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

Pitching Velocity
61 mphMin
64 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
69 mphMin
72 mphCompetitive
76 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3 secMin
2.8 secCompetitive
2.7 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
63 mphMin
68 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.95 secMin
1.85 secCompetitive
1.75 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Fresno State. 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

Charlotte Morgan

Head Coach

Darnell Westbrook

Assistant Coach

d•••@mail.fresnostate.edu

Ariel Carlson

Assistant Coach

Kelcey Carrasco

Assistant Coach

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Tournament Attendance

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Don Battles On
Nov 20, 2026Ontario, CA

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Fresno State softball roster outlook

Fresno State carries 25 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).

Fresno State 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers16
Catchers03
Infielders38
Outfielders11
Utility02

From the program's published 2026-2027 roster. “Leaving” counts seniors and graduate students; juniors who transfer or leave early are not included, and players with remaining eligibility can return.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Fresno State.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Fresno State softball?

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

Does Fresno State offer softball scholarships?

Fresno State 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 Fresno State?

The current head coach is Charlotte Morgan. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

This is a competitive D1 program. Strong travel ball and academic credentials are expected. Start reaching out to coaches early.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$7,000/yr
Students on Pell Grant
57%

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

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Conference
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State
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