Trojans Softball
Troy University
Sun Belt · Troy, AL
$10K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $20K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
47%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $8K
NCAA Tournament 1 of last 5 years
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Sun Belt
- Location
- Troy, AL
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Eric Newell
Head Coach
n•••@troy.eduElizabeth Hightower
Assistant Coach
h•••@troy.eduMackenzie Puckett
Assistant Coach
p•••@troy.eduNate Tompkins
Assistant Coach
n•••@troy.eduSomething wrong? Report a coaching change
Camps & Clinics
Top 30 Prospect Camp w/ Live Scrimmage | 7th-12th Grades | July 28th
- Date
- 07/28/2026
- Cost
- Register
- Age Group
- $165.00
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Prospect Camp w/ Live Scrimmage | 7th-12th Grades | July 29th
- Date
- 07/29/2026
- Cost
- Register
- Age Group
- $165.00
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Elite Prospect Camp | August 16th | 10:15am - 4:45pm
- Date
- 08/16/2026
- Cost
- Register
- Age Group
- $165.00
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Elite Prospect Camp | August 23rd | 10:15am - 4:45pm
- Date
- 08/23/2026
- Cost
- Register
- Age Group
- $165.00
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Elite Prospect Camp | September 6th | 10:15am - 4:45pm
- Date
- 09/06/2026
- Cost
- $150
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Troy, AL, Sep 6–Sep 7. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Elite Prospect Camp | September 13th | 10:15am - 4:45pm
- Date
- 09/13/2026
- Cost
- $150
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Troy, AL, Sep 13–Sep 14. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Top 30 Elite Prospect Camp | October 4th | 10:15am - 4:45pm
- Date
- 10/04/2026
- Cost
- $150
- Age Group
- 7th Grade - 12th Grade
Top-tier camp for advanced players, often invite-only.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Troy, AL, Oct 4–Oct 5. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, 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.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
What Troy Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Troy. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Troy University softball?
Start by filling out the Troy University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Troy University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Troy University offer softball scholarships?
Troy University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Troy University softball camps?
Troy University has 7 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Troy University?
The current head coach is Eric Newell. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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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)
- $42,062/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $39,392/yr
- Median student debt
- $25,000
- Admission rate
- 96%
Good Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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