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SUNY Canton Softball

Kangaroos

SUNYAC · Canton, NY

Developing ProgramGrads earn $48K/yr

$9K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $14K

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

38%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $17K

Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.

SUNY Canton softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. in-state year, all in
$25,442
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$30,272Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
42%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
2,919

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
SUNYAC
Location
Canton, NY
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What SUNY Canton 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

D3 contact rules for SUNY Canton. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • Recruiting often extends through senior year
  • Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
  • Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Kelsy Waite

Head Coach

w•••@canton.edu

Verified against the school's athletics site

Andrew Rupert

Assistant Softball Coach

r•••@canton.edu

Brian Waite

Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach

McCartney Countryman

Volunteer Assistant Softball Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for SUNY Canton.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by SUNY Canton softball?

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

Does SUNY Canton offer softball scholarships?

SUNY Canton is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at SUNY Canton?

The current head coach is Kelsy Waite. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Accessible

This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$47,860/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,079/yr
Median student debt
$20,000
Admission rate
92%

Good Value — 10-year median earnings vs. four years of published tuition

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$15,268/yr

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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D3
Conference
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State
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