D2GNAC

Moderately Competitive

Central Washington Softball

Central Washington University · Wildcats

GNAC · Ellensburg, WA

Developing ProgramGrads earn $62K/yr

$9K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $27K

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

50%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $16K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Central Washington softball at a glance

Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D2.

Conference level: Division II
Est. in-state year, all in: $25,506
Est. out-of-state year, all in: $43,085Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay: 32%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment: 8,796

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division: D2
Conference: GNAC
Location: Ellensburg, WA
Scholarships: 7.2 equivalencies

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What Central Washington Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D2 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity

56 mphMin

58 mphCompetitive

62 mphElite

Exit Velocity (Tee)

64 mphMin

67 mphCompetitive

72 mphElite

Home to 1st (RH)

3.2 secMin

3 secCompetitive

2.9 secElite

Overhand Throw (IF)

56 mphMin

59 mphCompetitive

62 mphElite

Pop Time (2B)

2.1 secMin

2 secCompetitive

1.85 secElite

GPA

2.5Min

3Competitive

3.4Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D2 contact rules for Central Washington. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

Any time — D2 softball coaches can call, text, email, and DM with no date restriction

Campus Visits

Unofficial visits anytime; in-person contact with coaches (on or off campus) and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year

Offers & Commitments

Verbal offers can happen anytime and are not binding. Softball has one signing date (the second Wednesday of November of senior year) and no separate spring period; each school sets its own final deadline. (The written offer of athletics aid replaced the NLI in October 2024.)

Key Dates

Any time — electronic contact allowed
June 15 after sophomore year — in-person contact and official visits open
Second Wednesday of November, senior year — signing opens (no spring period)

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Ronnie Ladines

Head Coach

L•••@cwu.edu

Sydney Wells

Assistant Coach

S•••@cwu.edu

Jillian Hampson

Graduate Assistant Coach

J•••@cwu.edu

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Central Washington softball roster outlook

Central Washington carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (2).

Central Washington 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
Position	Leaving	Returning
Pitchers	2	4
Catchers	0	3
Infielders	1	5
Outfielders	1	5
Utility	0	3

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Central Washington University softball?

Start by filling out the Central Washington University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Central Washington University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.

Does Central Washington University offer softball scholarships?

Central Washington University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Central Washington University?

The current head coach is Ronnie Ladines. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr): $61,580/yr
Median earnings (6yr): $49,398/yr
Median student debt: $19,500
Admission rate: 91%

Strong 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: $18,476/yr
Students on Pell Grant: 28%

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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