University of San Diego Softball
University of San Diego (USD) · San Diego, California · Private nonprofit university
University of San Diego Softball coaches
Coaches at University of San Diego who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where University of San Diego competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Pioneer Football League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- usdtoreros.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 84% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of San Diego in San Diego.
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- sandiego.edu
About University of San Diego Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
MJ Knighten, the Head Coach, leads the University of San Diego Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. University of San Diego (USD) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Pioneer Football League. University of San Diego is a private school in San Diego, California with 9,714 undergraduates, a 52% acceptance rate and an average net price of $37,675 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of San Diego Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail MJ Knighten, the Head Coach and Amber Schisler, the Assistant Coach. University of San Diego has 5 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so MJ can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of San Diego staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
University of San Diego Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of San Diego D1?
Yes. University of San Diego competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Pioneer Football League.
Is University of San Diego public or private?
University of San Diego is a private nonprofit school in San Diego, California.
What conference is University of San Diego Softball in?
The Pioneer Football League.
Does University of San Diego offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
University of San Diego competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does University of San Diego Softball have?
5 coaches, led by MJ Knighten, the Head Coach.
How much does University of San Diego cost?
In-state tuition is $58,420 and out-of-state tuition is $58,420 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $37,675.
What is the University of San Diego acceptance rate?
52% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the University of San Diego Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.