Lenoir-Rhyne Softball
Lenoir-Rhyne University · Bears
SAC · Hickory, NC
$31K
In-state tuition
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
51%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $13K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Lenoir-Rhyne 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. year, all in
- $43,800Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 57%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 2,230
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- SAC
- Location
- Hickory, NC
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
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Recruiting Timeline
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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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Shena Hollar
Head Coach
s•••@lr.eduEmily Kenley
Assistant Coach
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Lenoir-Rhyne softball roster outlook
Lenoir-Rhyne carries 21 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 3 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 4 |
| Catchers | 1 | 0 |
| Infielders | 1 | 5 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 2 |
| Utility | 0 | 7 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Lenoir-Rhyne University softball?
Start by filling out the Lenoir-Rhyne University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Lenoir-Rhyne University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Lenoir-Rhyne University offer softball scholarships?
Lenoir-Rhyne University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
Who is the head coach at Lenoir-Rhyne University?
The current head coach is Shena Hollar. 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)
- $45,543/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $44,799/yr
- Median student debt
- $26,000
- Admission rate
- 85%
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
- $20,689/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 39%
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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- SAC
- State
- NC
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