Sacramento State Softball
Hornets
Big West · Sacramento, CA
$8K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $21K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
56%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $16K
Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.
Sacramento State softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D1.
- Conference level
- Mid-Major
- Est. in-state year, all in
- $24,296
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $36,896Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 23%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 31,172
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big West
- Location
- Sacramento, CA
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Lori Perez
Head Coach
l•••@csus.eduVerified against the school's athletics site
Marina Demore
Assistant Coach
m•••@csus.eduJuliana Santos
Assistant Coach
j•••@csus.eduLewa Day
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
2026 WINTER PROSPECT CAMP
- Date
- 12/05/2026
- Cost
- $200
- Age Group
- HS Prospects
2026 Winter Prospect CampCategory:Upcoming CampsCap:/ 60Location Name:Shea Stadium- Sacramento StateStart Date:December 5, 2026End Date:December 5, 2026Location Address:6000 J Street , Sacramento, CA, 95819Description:DESCRIPTION:The event is designed to provide skill instruction and playing opportu
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Camp Tips for Recruits
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Your club coach is your best resource for identifying which events are worth your money and time.
What Sacramento State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Sacramento State. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year — coaches can call, text, email, and DM on social media
Campus Visits
Official and unofficial visits are allowed from 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year, but a dead period usually covers the first days of September (August 28–September 3 in 2026-27), so visits start once it ends. Walking a campus on your own is allowed anytime.
Offers & Commitments
No recruiting conversations, so no verbal offers, before 1 p.m. Central on September 1 of junior year; verbal offers are not binding. A school can't put an aid offer in writing until August 1 of senior year. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)
Key Dates
- 1 p.m. Central, September 1 of junior year — calls, texts, emails and DMs open; visits follow after the early-September dead period
- August 1 of senior year — a school may put an aid offer in writing
- Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Sacramento State softball roster outlook
Sacramento State carries 27 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (4).
- Pitchers: 1 leaving, 4 returning.1 leaving
- Catchers: 1 leaving, 5 returning.1 leaving
- Infielders: 4 leaving, 6 returning.4 leaving
- Outfielders: 1 leaving, 5 returning.1 leaving
See as a table
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 4 |
| Catchers | 1 | 5 |
| Infielders | 4 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 5 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Sacramento State softball?
Start by filling out the Sacramento State recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Sacramento State coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Sacramento State offer softball scholarships?
Sacramento State is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Sacramento State softball camps?
Sacramento State has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Sacramento State?
The current head coach is Lori Perez. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
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)
- $64,876/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $51,074/yr
- Median student debt
- $15,000
- Admission rate
- 94%
Strong Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $9,338/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 49%
Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.
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- Big West
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