D2RMAC

Moderately Competitive

Fort Lewis Softball

Fort Lewis College · Skyhawks

RMAC · Durango, CO

Developing ProgramGrads earn $46K/yr

$10K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $21K

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

43%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $13K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Fort Lewis 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: $23,060
Est. out-of-state year, all in: $34,188Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay: 40%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment: 3,413

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

Program Info

Division: D2
Conference: RMAC
Location: Durango, CO
Scholarships: 7.2 equivalencies

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What Fort Lewis 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 Fort Lewis. 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

Paige Rhodes

Head Coach

a•••@fortlewis.edu

Karina Cupples

Assistant Softball Coach

k•••@fortlewis.edu

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Fort Lewis softball roster outlook

Fort Lewis carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at outfielders (2).

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

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 Fort Lewis College softball?

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

Does Fort Lewis College offer softball scholarships?

Fort Lewis College is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at Fort Lewis College?

The current head coach is Paige Rhodes. 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): $46,349/yr
Median earnings (6yr): $36,352/yr
Median student debt: $18,389
Admission rate: 77%

Good 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: $17,296/yr
Students on Pell Grant: 35%
SAT range (EBRW + Math): 1010–1210
ACT range: 18–26

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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