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Falcons Softball

UW-River Falls

WIAC · River Falls, WI

Developing Program

$9K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $17K

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

61%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $8K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
WIAC
Location
River Falls, WI
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

What UW-River Falls 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)
3.4 secMin
3.2 secCompetitive
3.1 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
50 mphMin
53 mphCompetitive
57 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 UW-River Falls. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA contact restrictions — coaches can reach out to recruits at any time

Campus Visits

Unofficial and official visits available year-round with no restrictions

Offers & Commitments

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

Key Dates

  • No NCAA contact restrictions apply
  • 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 2025-2026 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Ethan Giese

Head Coach

e•••@uwrf.edu

Mike Perry

Assistant Coach

m•••@uwrf.edu

John Kupka

Assistant Coach

j•••@uwrf.edu

Mady Bunnell

Assistant Coach

m•••@uwrf.edu

Alicia Blake

Assistant Coach

a•••@uwrf.edu
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Camps & Clinics

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by UW-River Falls softball?

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Does UW-River Falls offer softball scholarships?

UW-River Falls is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

Who is the head coach at UW-River Falls?

The current head coach is Ethan Giese. 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.

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Quick Facts

Division
D3
Conference
WIAC
State
WI
Camps Listed
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