D1Big Sky
Competitive

Utah Tech Softball

Utah Tech University · Trailblazers

Big Sky · Saint George, UT

Solid ProgramGrads earn $45K/yr

$6K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $18K

Up to 25

Scholarships

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

34%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $9K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Utah Tech 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
$15,382
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$26,952Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
34%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
12,567

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D1
Conference
Big Sky
Location
Saint George, UT
Scholarships
Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)

What Utah Tech Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for Mid-Major programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
61 mphMin
64 mphCompetitive
68 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
69 mphMin
72 mphCompetitive
76 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3 secMin
2.8 secCompetitive
2.7 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
63 mphMin
68 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
1.95 secMin
1.85 secCompetitive
1.75 secElite
GPA
3.3Min
3.5Competitive
3.8Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D1 contact rules for Utah 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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Coaching Staff

Randy Simkins

Head Coach

r•••@utahtech.edu

Alex Flores

Assistant Coach

a•••@utahtech.edu

Jared Anderson

Assistant Coach

j•••@utahtech.edu

Chris Norris

Assistant Coach

c•••@utahtech.edu
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Utah Tech softball roster outlook

Utah Tech carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.

Utah Tech 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers15
Catchers04
Infielders23
Outfielders24

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.

Camps & Clinics

Camp dates not yet available for Utah Tech.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Utah Tech University softball?

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

Does Utah Tech University offer softball scholarships?

Utah Tech 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 Utah Tech University?

The current head coach is Randy Simkins. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Competitive

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)
$44,570/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$37,959/yr
Median student debt
$15,000

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

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; tuition from IPEDS.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$16,039/yr
Students on Pell Grant
22%

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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Quick Facts

Division
D1
Conference
Big Sky
State
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