Doane University Softball
Doane University (Doane) · Crete, Nebraska · Private nonprofit university
Doane University Softball coaches
Coaches at Doane University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Doane University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Great Plains Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- midlandathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Doane University in Crete.
- Location
- Crete, Nebraska
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- doane.edu
About Doane University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Samantha Valadez-Haralabidis is the Head Coach for Doane University Softball, verified September 2026. Doane University (Doane) competes in NAIA Softball as a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Doane University is a small private school in Crete, Nebraska with 1,985 undergraduates, a 98% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,112 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Doane University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Samantha Valadez-Haralabidis, the Head Coach. Doane University has 1 coach 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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Samantha 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 Doane University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Doane University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Doane University NAIA?
Yes. Doane University competes in NAIA Softball, in the Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Is Doane University public or private?
Doane University is a private nonprofit school in Crete, Nebraska.
What conference is Doane University Softball in?
The Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Does Doane University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Doane 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 Doane University Softball have?
1 coach, led by Samantha Valadez-Haralabidis, the Head Coach.
How much does Doane University cost?
In-state tuition is $40,520 and out-of-state tuition is $40,520 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,112.
What is the Doane University acceptance rate?
98% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Doane University Softball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.