University of Southern Mississippi Softball
University of Southern Mississippi (USM) · Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Public university
University of Southern Mississippi Softball coaches
Coaches at University of Southern Mississippi who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where University of Southern Mississippi competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Sun Belt Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- southernmiss.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
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Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 49% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg.
- Location
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- usm.edu
About University of Southern Mississippi Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Natalie Poole, the Head Coach, leads the University of Southern Mississippi Softball staff of 5 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Southern Mississippi (USM) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. University of Southern Mississippi is a large public school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi with 13,170 undergraduates, a 99% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,095 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of Southern Mississippi Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Natalie Poole, the Head Coach and Caleb Toshcoff, the Assistant Coach. University of Southern Mississippi 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 Natalie can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Southern Mississippi typically score 20–29 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Southern Mississippi staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
University of Southern Mississippi Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of Southern Mississippi D1?
Yes. University of Southern Mississippi competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Sun Belt Conference.
Is University of Southern Mississippi public or private?
University of Southern Mississippi is a public school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
What conference is University of Southern Mississippi Softball in?
The Sun Belt Conference.
Does University of Southern Mississippi offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
University of Southern Mississippi 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 Southern Mississippi Softball have?
5 coaches, led by Natalie Poole, the Head Coach.
How much does University of Southern Mississippi cost?
In-state tuition is $9,888 and out-of-state tuition is $11,888 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,095.
What is the University of Southern Mississippi acceptance rate?
99% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Southern Mississippi?
Admitted students typically score 20–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University of Southern Mississippi Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.