D1SEC
Very Competitive

Texas A&M University Softball

SEC · College Station, TX

Strong ProgramRPI #20U.S. News #90

$13K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $40K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

84%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $13K

NCAA Tournament 6 of last 5 years

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
SEC
Location
College Station, TX
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Texas A&M Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for Power 4 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
72 mphMin
75 mphCompetitive
80 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.1 secMin
2.9 secCompetitive
2.8 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
60 mphMin
63 mphCompetitive
66 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.9 secMin
1.8 secCompetitive
1.7 secElite
GPA
3.2Min
3.4Competitive
3.7Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Texas 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

Trisha Ford

Head Coach

Jeff Harger

Associate Head Coach

Russ Heffley

Assistant Coach

Halle Harger

Recruiting Coordinator

h•••@athletics.tamu.edu

Alex Ibarra

Assistant Coach

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Tournament Attendance

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Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Texas A&M.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Does Texas A&M University offer softball scholarships?

Texas 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 Texas A&M University?

The current head coach is Trisha Ford. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Very Competitive

This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.

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Division
D1
Conference
SEC
State
TX
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