Red Raiders Softball
Texas Tech University
Big 12 · Lubbock, TX
$12K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $24K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
67%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
WCWS 2 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Big 12
- Location
- Lubbock, TX
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Gerry Glasco
Head Coach
Tara Archibald
Associate Head Coach
Hunter Veach
Assistant Coach
Kayla Kowalik
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Texas Tech University Softball Camps
- Date
- Date TBD
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- All ages
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
What Texas Tech Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Texas Tech. 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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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Texas Tech on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Texas Tech University softball?
Start by filling out the Texas Tech University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Texas Tech University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Texas Tech University offer softball scholarships?
Texas Tech University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Texas Tech University softball camps?
Texas Tech University has 1 camp listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Texas Tech University?
The current head coach is Gerry Glasco. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This is an elite D1 program. Recruits typically have extensive travel ball experience, strong academics, and begin the recruiting process early.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $62,454/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $52,588/yr
- Median student debt
- $21,500
- Admission rate
- 73%
Good Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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