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La Sierra University Softball

La Sierra University (LSU) · Riverside, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate91%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate60%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,574Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

La Sierra University Softball coaches

Coaches at La Sierra University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where La Sierra University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
California Pacific Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lsugoldeneagles.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBiomedical Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
60% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$36,720
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$28,076
Campus

Where it is

La Sierra University in Riverside.

Location
Riverside, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Seventh Day Adventist
Time zone
Pacific
Website
lasierra.edu
Overview

About La Sierra University Softball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Tom Ogle, the Head Coach, leads the La Sierra University Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. La Sierra University (LSU) competes in NAIA Softball as a member of the California Pacific Conference. La Sierra University is a small private school in Riverside, California with 1,574 undergraduates, a 91% acceptance rate and an average net price of $28,076 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by La Sierra University Softball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Tom Ogle, the Head Coach and Rochelle Nuqui, the Assistant Coach. La Sierra University has 5 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Tom can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the La Sierra University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

La Sierra University Softball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is La Sierra University NAIA?

Yes. La Sierra University competes in NAIA Softball, in the California Pacific Conference.

Is La Sierra University public or private?

La Sierra University is a private nonprofit school in Riverside, California.

What conference is La Sierra University Softball in?

The California Pacific Conference.

Does La Sierra University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?

La Sierra University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does La Sierra University Softball have?

5 coaches, led by Tom Ogle, the Head Coach.

How much does La Sierra University cost?

In-state tuition is $36,720 and out-of-state tuition is $36,720 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,076.

What is the La Sierra University acceptance rate?

91% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the La Sierra University Softball coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026