D2ECC
Moderately Competitive

Mercy Softball

Mercy University · Mavericks

ECC · Dobbs Ferry, NY

Developing ProgramGrads earn $52K/yr

$22K

In-state tuition

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

48%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $15K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Mercy 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
$36,806Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
38%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
8,774

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

Program Info

Division
D2
Conference
ECC
Location
Dobbs Ferry, NY
Scholarships
7.2 equivalencies

What Mercy 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 Mercy. 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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Coaching Staff

Jaime Lorenzo

Head Coach

j•••@mercy.edu

Tayla Gardner

Pitching Coach

t•••@mercy.edu

Addisen Brandemarte

Assistant Coach

a•••@mercy.edu

Chris Rowan

Assistant Coach

c•••@mercy.edu

Skylar Brandemarte

Assistant Coach

s•••@mercy.edu
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Mercy softball roster outlook

Mercy carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (2).

Mercy 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers26
Catchers03
Infielders15
Outfielders06
Utility01

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 Mercy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Mercy University softball?

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

Does Mercy University offer softball scholarships?

Mercy University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Mercy University?

The current head coach is Jaime Lorenzo. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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)
$52,055/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$44,969/yr
Median student debt
$19,637
Admission rate
86%

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
$14,072/yr
Students on Pell Grant
50%

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
ECC
State
NY
Camps Listed
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