NAIAWHAC
Moderately Competitive

Cornerstone Softball

Cornerstone University · Golden Eagles

WHAC · Grand Rapids, MI

Developing ProgramGrads earn $47K/yr

$29K

In-state tuition

Up to 10

Scholarships

equivalencies

62%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $12K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Cornerstone softball at a glance

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

Conference level
Division III / NAIA
Est. year, all in
$41,300Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
53%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
1,735

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

Program Info

Division
NAIA
Conference
WHAC
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
Scholarships
Up to 10 equivalencies

What Cornerstone Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D3 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
53 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
62 mphMin
65 mphCompetitive
70 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.3 secMin
3.1 secCompetitive
3 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
52 mphMin
56 mphCompetitive
60 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.2 secMin
2.1 secCompetitive
1.95 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
2.8Competitive
3.3Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

NAIA contact rules for Cornerstone. Select your graduation year to see personalized deadlines.

Class of 2028 — currently a Junior

When Coaches Can Contact You

No contact restrictions — coaches can reach out at any time

Campus Visits

Campus visits available year-round

Offers & Commitments

NAIA softball can award up to 10 scholarships' worth of aid, split among any number of players. The NAIA has no association-wide letter of intent: the school's financial-aid agreement is the real commitment, so ask what it covers.

Key Dates

  • No contact restrictions apply
  • No NAIA-wide letter of intent — the school's financial-aid agreement is the commitment
  • Eligibility determined by the NAIA Eligibility Center
  • Freshman eligibility: a 2.3+ GPA, or two of three — 18 ACT / 970 SAT, 2.0+ GPA, top half of class

Updated for 2026-27 NCAA rules

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Coaching Staff

Elexia Fuentes

Head Coach

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Cornerstone softball roster outlook

Cornerstone carries 20 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (3).

Cornerstone 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers04
Catchers03
Infielders35
Outfielders22
Utility01

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 Cornerstone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by Cornerstone University softball?

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

Does Cornerstone University offer softball scholarships?

Cornerstone University is a NAIA program. Up to 10 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Cornerstone University?

The current head coach is Elexia Fuentes. Check the school's athletic site for contact information.

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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)
$47,314/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,598/yr
Median student debt
$25,000
Admission rate
78%

Consider ROI — 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
$20,301/yr
Students on Pell Grant
33%

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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Quick Facts

Division
NAIA
Conference
WHAC
State
MI
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