D1SWAC

Competitive

Panthers Softball

Prairie View A&M University

SWAC · Prairie View, TX

Solid Program

$11K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $27K

Up to 25

Scholarships

allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)

43%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $10K

NCAA Tournament 2 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Program Info

Division: D1
Conference: SWAC
Location: Prairie View, TX
Scholarships: Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

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What Prairie View A&M Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D1 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity

60 mphMin

63 mphCompetitive

67 mphElite

Exit Velocity (Tee)

67 mphMin

70 mphCompetitive

74 mphElite

Home to 1st (RH)

3.3 secMin

3.1 secCompetitive

3 secElite

Overhand Throw (IF)

57 mphMin

60 mphCompetitive

63 mphElite

Pop Time (2B)

2 secMin

1.9 secCompetitive

1.8 secElite

GPA

2.8Min

3Competitive

3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Prairie View A&M. 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

Vernon Bland

Head Coach

v•••@pvamu.edu

Joseph Lane

Assistant Coach

j•••@pvamu.edu

Ambria Dorsey

Assistant Softball Coach

a•••@pvamu.edu

Kylar Ward-Flowers

Graduate Assistant Softball Coach

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Tournament Attendance

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Attended in past seasons

Events already played where the organizer listed Prairie View A&M as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.

SOUTHWEST SUMMER NATIONALS

Jul 9, 2026Greater Houston Area, TX

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Camps & Clinics

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Prairie View A&M University softball?

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

Does Prairie View A&M University offer softball scholarships?

Prairie View A&M University 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 Prairie View A&M University?

The current head coach is Vernon Bland. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

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Quick Facts

Division: D1
Conference: SWAC
State: TX
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