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La Verne Softball

University of La Verne · Leopards

SCIAC · La Verne, CA

Developing ProgramGrads earn $65K/yr

$49K

In-state tuition

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

63%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $15K

Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.

La Verne 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
Est. year, all in
$64,650Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
36%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
5,596

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
SCIAC
Location
La Verne, CA
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

Coaching Staff

Danielle Kaminaka

Head Coach

d•••@laverne.edu

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Camps & Clinics

Prospect / ID Camp

Prospect Camp | November 20th

Date
11/20/2026
Cost
$200 + fees
Age Group
9th Grade - College Senior

Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.

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Travelling in? 1 night in La Verne, CA, Nov 20–Nov 21. Check hotel prices →

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Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
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What La Verne 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 La Verne. 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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Tournament Attendance

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Listed by the organizer

Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists La Verne on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.

Don Battles On
Nov 20, 2026Ontario, CA

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La Verne softball roster outlook

La Verne carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).

Softball field showing players leaving and returning by positionPositions losing players are shaded darker. The numbers for each position are in the list that follows.
  • Pitchers: 1 leaving, 2 returning.
  • Catchers: 0 leaving, 3 returning.
  • Infielders: 2 leaving, 7 returning.
  • Outfielders: 1 leaving, 4 returning.
See as a table
La Verne 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers12
Catchers03
Infielders27
Outfielders14

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by University of La Verne softball?

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

Does University of La Verne offer softball scholarships?

University of La Verne is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

When are University of La Verne softball camps?

University of La Verne has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at University of La Verne?

The current head coach is Danielle Kaminaka. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$65,464/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$53,806/yr
Median student debt
$23,500
Admission rate
71%

Consider ROI — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$20,161/yr
Students on Pell Grant
51%
SAT range (EBRW + Math)
986–1236
ACT range
18–25

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
SCIAC
State
CA
Camps Listed
1

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