NAIAWHAC

Moderately Competitive

Lourdes Softball

Lourdes University · Grey Wolves

WHAC · Sylvania, OH

Developing ProgramGrads earn $48K/yr

$29K

In-state tuition

Up to 10

Scholarships

equivalencies

38%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Lourdes softball at a glance

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

Conference level: Division III / NAIA
Est. year, all in: $41,050Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay: 56%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment: 1,014

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

Program Info

Division: NAIA
Conference: WHAC
Location: Sylvania, OH
Scholarships: Up to 10 equivalencies

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What Lourdes 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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Recruiting Timeline

NAIA contact rules for Lourdes. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time

Campus Visits

Campus visits available year-round

Offers & Commitments

NAIA schools can offer up to 10 scholarship equivalencies. Letters of intent are NAIA-specific (separate from the NCAA process).

Key Dates

No contact restrictions apply
NAIA Letter of Intent — can sign anytime
Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
Players are immediately eligible to compete (no redshirt rules like NCAA)

Updated for 2025-2026 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Candace Fenton-Bockbrader

Head Coach

c•••@lourdes.edu

Tami Summers

Assistant Softball Coach

t•••@lourdes.edu

Samantha Stimmel

Graduate Assistant Coach

s•••@mymail.lourdes.edu

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Lourdes softball roster outlook

Lourdes carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 8 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).

Lourdes 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
Position	Leaving	Returning
Pitchers	2	5
Catchers	2	1
Infielders	3	1
Outfielders	1	5
Utility	0	1

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Lourdes University softball?

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

Does Lourdes University offer softball scholarships?

Lourdes University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Lourdes University?

The current head coach is Candace Fenton-Bockbrader. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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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): $48,150/yr
Median earnings (6yr): $40,158/yr
Median student debt: $27,000
Admission rate: 74%

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: $23,206/yr
Students on Pell Grant: 30%

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: NAIA
Conference: WHAC
State: OH
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