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UW-Stout Softball

Blue Devils

WIAC · Menomonie, WI

Developing ProgramGrads earn $58K/yr

$11K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $19K

0

Scholarships

athletic — merit/need-based aid available

55%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $9K

Tuition and graduation rate: College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026. Room and board: IPEDS 2023-2024.

UW-Stout softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. in-state year, all in
$19,419
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$27,983Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
40%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
6,951

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard (released June 10, 2026). Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D3
Conference
WIAC
Location
Menomonie, WI
Scholarships
No athletic scholarships

Coaching Staff

Lakyn Krizan

Head Coach

w•••@uwstout.edu

Verified against the school's athletics site

Travis Miller

Assistant Coach

m•••@uwstout.edu

Liz Rohl

Graduate Assistant Coach

Hannah Ritter

Assistant Coach

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Camps & Clinics

Youth Camp

Defense Progressive Series

Date
11/01/2026 - 11/22/2026
Cost
$160 - $165 + fees
Age Group
3rd Grade - 8th Grade

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

Travelling in? 21 nights in Menomonie, WI, Nov 1–Nov 22. Check hotel prices →

From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Youth Camp

Middle School Hitting Progressive Series

Date
11/01/2026 - 11/22/2026
Cost
$175 - $180 + fees
Age Group
6th Grade - 8th Grade

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

Travelling in? 21 nights in Menomonie, WI, Nov 1–Nov 22. Check hotel prices →

From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Youth Camp

Middle School Pitching Progressive Series

Date
11/01/2026 - 11/22/2026
Cost
$180 - $185 + fees
Age Group
6th Grade - 8th Grade

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

Travelling in? 21 nights in Menomonie, WI, Nov 1–Nov 22. Check hotel prices →

From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Youth Camp

Youth Hitting Progressive Series

Date
11/01/2026 - 11/22/2026
Cost
$165 - $170 + fees
Age Group
3rd Grade - 5th Grade

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

Travelling in? 21 nights in Menomonie, WI, Nov 1–Nov 22. Check hotel prices →

From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Youth Camp

Youth Pitching Progressive Series

Date
11/01/2026 - 11/22/2026
Cost
$170 - $175 + fees
Age Group
3rd Grade - 5th Grade

For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.

Register at official site

Travelling in? 21 nights in Menomonie, WI, Nov 1–Nov 22. Check hotel prices →

From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.

Camp Tips for Recruits

  • Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
  • Avoid expensive events that promise 'exposure' but have no confirmed college coaching attendance.
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What UW-Stout 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)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 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-Stout. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year

Offers & Commitments

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

Key Dates

  • Calls, texts and email: any time
  • January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
  • 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 2026-27 NCAA rules

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UW-Stout softball roster outlook

UW-Stout carries 31 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 7 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.

Softball field showing players leaving and returning by positionPositions losing players are shaded darker. The numbers for each position are in the list that follows.
  • Pitchers: 2 leaving, 6 returning.
  • Catchers: 1 leaving, 3 returning.
  • Infielders: 2 leaving, 9 returning.
  • Outfielders: 2 leaving, 5 returning.
  • Utility: 0 leaving, 1 returning.
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UW-Stout 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers26
Catchers13
Infielders29
Outfielders25
Utility01

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by UW-Stout softball?

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

Does UW-Stout offer softball scholarships?

UW-Stout is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.

When are UW-Stout softball camps?

UW-Stout has 5 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.

Who is the head coach at UW-Stout?

The current head coach is Lakyn Krizan. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

Location

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.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$58,084/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$50,251/yr
Median student debt
$23,000
Admission rate
88%

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

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Academic Profile

Avg. net price
$17,490/yr
ACT range
20–27

Avg. net price is the actual average cost after aid — not sticker tuition. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released June 10, 2026.

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Quick Facts

Division
D3
Conference
WIAC
State
WI
Camps Listed
5

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