Lakers Softball
Grand Valley State University
GLIAC · Allendale, MI
$15K
In-state tuition
Out-of-state: $21K
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
69%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $11K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- GLIAC
- Location
- Allendale, MI
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Dana Callihan
Head Coach
c•••@gvsu.eduJen Rivera
Associate Head Coach
r•••@gvsu.eduAaron Daldos
Assistant Coach
d•••@gvsu.eduJoanna Cirrincione
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Team Camp
- Date
- 11/14/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 8th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
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Skills Clinic | 9:00 AM Sessions
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
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Skills Clinic | 10:00 AM Sessions
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
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Skills Clinic | 11:00 AM Sessions
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Position-specific skill development, not a tryout setting.
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Free Q&A | 12:00 PM Session
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- $0.00
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
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Scrimmage | 1:00 PM Session
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
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Scrimmage | 2:45 PM Session
- Date
- 11/15/2026
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 9th - 11th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Camp | January 10th
- Date
- 01/10/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Camp | January 17th
- Date
- 01/17/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Camp | January 24th
- Date
- 01/24/2027
- Cost
- See registration
- Age Group
- 7th - 12th Grade as of Fall 2026
Hosted by the program staff to evaluate potential recruits.
Register at official siteFrom the school's athletics site, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
- Budget $1,000-3,000 per year for camps and combines. Plan your calendar strategically.
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
What Grand Valley State Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Grand Valley State. 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; coaches can arrange visits and off-campus meetings starting June 15 after sophomore year
Offers & Commitments
Verbal offers can happen anytime. Written aid offers are signed during the signing periods (the NLI was eliminated in October 2024).
Key Dates
- Any time — electronic contact allowed
- June 15 after sophomore year — coaches can arrange visits and meet off campus
- Early signing period (November) — written aid offer signing
- Regular signing period (April) — written aid offer signing
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Grand Valley State University softball?
Start by filling out the Grand Valley State University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Grand Valley State University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Grand Valley State University offer softball scholarships?
Grand Valley State University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Grand Valley State University softball camps?
Grand Valley State University has 10 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Grand Valley State University?
The current head coach is Dana Callihan. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
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Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $56,118/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $47,840/yr
- Median student debt
- $24,500
- Admission rate
- 83%
Average Value — based on earnings vs. cost of attendance
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
Academic Profile
- Avg. net price
- $16,317/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 29%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 940–1190
- ACT range
- 22–30
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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