Messiah Softball
Messiah University · Falcons
MAC · Mechanicsburg, PA
$41K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
78%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Messiah 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
- Est. year, all in
- $52,550Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 47%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 3,344
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- MAC
- Location
- Mechanicsburg, PA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
Coaching Staff
Amy Weaver
Head Coach
a•••@messiah.eduAlex Quigley
Assistant Coach
a•••@messiah.eduBrad Brubaker
Assistant Coach
Michaela Cotton
P/T Assistant Coach
Taylor Dorman
P/T Assistant Coach
Erin Darhower
P/T Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Recruit ID Clinic | November 20th
- Date
- 11/20/2026
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Mechanicsburg, PA, Nov 20–Nov 21. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Recruit ID Clinic | November 22nd
- Date
- 11/22/2026
- Cost
- $75
- Age Group
- 9th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Mechanicsburg, PA, Nov 22–Nov 23. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Pitching / Hitting Clinics
- Date
- 01/10/2027 - 01/17/2027
- Cost
- $80
- Age Group
- 2nd Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 7 nights in Mechanicsburg, PA, Jan 10–Jan 17. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Catching Clinic
- Date
- 01/17/2027
- Cost
- $80
- Age Group
- 2nd Grade - 12th Grade
Instruction in a skill, often a weekly series — training, not an evaluation.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Mechanicsburg, PA, Jan 17–Jan 18. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Recruit ID Clinic | January 24th
- Date
- 01/24/2027
- Cost
- $75
- Age Group
- 10th Grade - 12th Grade
Run by the program's staff to see and evaluate players — the kind of camp that matters for recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Mechanicsburg, PA, Jan 24–Jan 25. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Winter Youth Softball Clinic
- Date
- 02/14/2027
- Cost
- $75
- Age Group
- 1st Grade - 8th Grade
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in Mechanicsburg, PA, Feb 14–Feb 15. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, 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.
- Quality over quantity — 5 well-chosen events beats 15 random ones.
- College camps at your target schools offer the best return on investment — coaches see you on their campus.
What Messiah Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Messiah. 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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Create your accountMessiah softball roster outlook
Messiah carries 23 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 2 seniors and graduate students leave after this season.
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 1 | 3 |
| Catchers | 0 | 5 |
| Infielders | 1 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 0 | 5 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Messiah University softball?
Start by filling out the Messiah University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Messiah University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Messiah University offer softball scholarships?
Messiah University is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
When are Messiah University softball camps?
Messiah University has 6 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Messiah University?
The current head coach is Amy Weaver. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.
Location
Recruiting Difficulty
This program is accessible to motivated athletes. Focus on academics, demonstrate commitment through travel ball or high school ball, and reach out to coaches directly.
Graduate Outcomes
- Median earnings (10yr)
- $54,064/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $50,192/yr
- Median student debt
- $25,621
- Admission rate
- 79%
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
- $26,502/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 20%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1110–1350
- ACT range
- 26–31
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
- D3
- Conference
- MAC
- State
- PA
- Camps Listed
- 6
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