Dirtbags Softball
Long Beach State
Big West · Long Beach, CA
$7K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $19K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
70%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $16K
NCAA Tournament 2 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big West
- Location
- Long Beach, CA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
What Long Beach State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Long Beach 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
Kendall Fearn
Head Coach
K•••@csulb.eduTyler Heil
Assistant Coach
T•••@csulb.eduShelby Miller
Assistant Coach
S•••@csulb.eduEmma Sellers
Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Long Beach State on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Camps & Clinics
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Long Beach State softball?
Start by filling out the Long Beach State recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Long Beach State coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Long Beach State offer softball scholarships?
Long Beach 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 Long Beach State?
The current head coach is Kendall Fearn. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $64,403/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $50,062/yr
- Median student debt
- $14,289
- Admission rate
- 46%
Strong Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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