Coast Guard Academy Softball
Bears
NEWMAC · New London, CT
$40K
Typical D3 cost
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
88%
Graduation rate
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Coast Guard Academy softball at a glance
Where the program sits and what a year here costs. How athletic aid works in D3.
- Conference level
- Division III / NAIA
- Total enrollment
- 1,081
Enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- NEWMAC
- Location
- New London, CT
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Coast Guard Academy. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.
Class of 2028 — currently a Junior
When Coaches Can Contact You
No NCAA restrictions on calls, texts or email — coaches can reach out at any time; in-person contact off campus waits until after sophomore year
Campus Visits
Unofficial visits anytime; official (school-paid) visits from January 1 of junior year
Offers & Commitments
D3 does not offer athletic scholarships. Admissions decisions and financial aid packages serve as the commitment mechanism.
Key Dates
- Calls, texts and email: any time
- January 1 of junior year — official visits can begin
- Recruiting often extends through senior year
- Admissions deadlines are the key dates — vary by school
- Many D3 schools use early decision/early action admissions
Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules
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Arielle Porter
Head Coach
a•••@uscga.eduMegan Godwin
Assistant Coach
m•••@uscga.eduDana Fleischmann
Assistant Coach
d•••@uscga.eduLTJG Mariah Dewey
Volunteer Assistant Coach
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Coast Guard Academy softball roster outlook
Coast Guard Academy carries 17 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 1 |
| Catchers | 0 | 2 |
| Infielders | 2 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 2 |
| Utility | 0 | 1 |
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.
Camps & Clinics
Camp dates not yet available for Coast Guard Academy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Coast Guard Academy softball?
Start by filling out the Coast Guard Academy recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Coast Guard Academy coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Coast Guard Academy offer softball scholarships?
Coast Guard Academy is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Coast Guard Academy?
The current head coach is Arielle Porter. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Recruiting Difficulty
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Quick Facts
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- NEWMAC
- State
- CT
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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