D2SAC
Moderately Competitive

Lenoir-Rhyne Softball

Lenoir-Rhyne University · Bears

SAC · Hickory, NC

Developing ProgramGrads earn $46K/yr

$31K

In-state tuition

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

51%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $13K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Lenoir-Rhyne softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.

Conference level
Division II
Est. year, all in
$43,800Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
57%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,230

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D2
Conference
SAC
Location
Hickory, NC
Scholarships
7.2 equivalencies

Coaching Staff

Shena Hollar

Head Coach

s•••@lr.edu

Emily Kenley

Assistant Coach

e•••@lr.edu
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Camps & Clinics

Skills Clinic

Fall College Prep Advanced Skills Camp

Date
October 3rd, 2026
Cost
$143.00
Age Group
College

Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.

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From the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
  • Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
  • After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.

What Lenoir-Rhyne Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D2 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
56 mphMin
58 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.2 secMin
3 secCompetitive
2.9 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
56 mphMin
59 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.1 secMin
2 secCompetitive
1.85 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
3Competitive
3.4Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D2 contact rules for Lenoir-Rhyne. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; coaches can arrange visits and off-campus meetings starting June 15 after sophomore year

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime. Written aid offers are signed during the signing periods (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).

Key Dates

  • Any time — electronic contact allowed
  • June 15 after sophomore year — coaches can arrange visits and meet off campus
  • 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 Lenoir-Rhyne University softball?

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

Does Lenoir-Rhyne University offer softball scholarships?

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

When are Lenoir-Rhyne University softball camps?

Lenoir-Rhyne University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at Lenoir-Rhyne University?

The current head coach is Shena Hollar. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$45,543/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$44,799/yr
Median student debt
$26,000
Admission rate
85%

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

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$20,689/yr
Students on Pell Grant
39%

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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Quick Facts

Division
D2
Conference
SAC
State
NC
Camps Listed
1

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