Youngstown State Softball
Youngstown State University · Penguins
Horizon · Youngstown, OH
$11K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $11K
Up to 25
Scholarships
allowed under 2025 roster-limit rules (funding varies by program)
53%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $10K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Youngstown State 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
- $21,175
- Est. out-of-state year, all in
- $21,535Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 58%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 11,040
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D1
- Conference
- Horizon
- Location
- Youngstown, OH
- Scholarships
- Up to 25 (2025 roster rules)
Coaching Staff
Erin Pond
Head Coach
e•••@ysu.eduHaylie Brunson
Assistant Softball Coach
h•••@ysu.eduTaylor Farmer
Assistant Softball Coach
t•••@ysu.eduEmma Gilkerson
Assistant Softball Coach
e•••@ysu.eduElyssa Imler
Graduate Assistant Softball Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Team Camp | November 8th
- Date
- 11/08/2026
- Cost
- $0 - $600
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Youngstown, OH, Nov 8–Nov 9. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Team Camp | November 22nd
- Date
- 11/22/2026
- Cost
- $0 - $600
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Youngstown, OH, Nov 22–Nov 23. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Team Camp | January 17th
- Date
- 01/17/2027
- Cost
- $0 - $600
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Your travel team attends together — less individual evaluation than a prospect camp.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Youngstown, OH, Jan 17–Jan 18. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
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What Youngstown State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D1 contact rules for Youngstown State. 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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Youngstown State softball roster outlook
Youngstown State carries 22 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 5 |
| Catchers | 0 | 4 |
| Infielders | 3 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 2 | 2 |
| Utility | 0 | 1 |
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 Youngstown State University softball?
Start by filling out the Youngstown State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Youngstown State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Youngstown State University offer softball scholarships?
Youngstown State University is a D1 program. Up to 25 scholarships are allowed under the 2025 roster-limit rules, though funding varies by program.
When are Youngstown State University softball camps?
Youngstown State University has 3 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Youngstown State University?
The current head coach is Erin Pond. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Follow Youngstown State Softball
Location
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)
- $41,544/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $37,590/yr
- Median student debt
- $24,000
- Admission rate
- 84%
Average 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
- $12,767/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 34%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1010–1230
- ACT range
- 19–25
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
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- Conference
- Horizon
- State
- OH
- Camps Listed
- 3
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