Puget Sound Softball
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NWC · Tacoma, WA
$60K
In-state tuition
0
Scholarships
athletic — merit/need-based aid available
68%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $15K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Puget Sound 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
- $74,940Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Total enrollment
- 1,914
Cost and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- NWC
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Scholarships
- No athletic scholarships
What Puget Sound Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D3 contact rules for Puget Sound. 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 accountCoaching Staff
Kara Dressel
Head Coach
k•••@pugetsound.eduKiani Turner
Assistant Coach
Aislind Dail
Assistant Coach
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Tournament Attendance
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Upcoming events whose organizer currently lists Puget Sound on their attending-college list. Attendance is set by organizers and can change.
Attended in past seasons
Events already played where the organizer listed Puget Sound as attending. A guide to where this program tends to recruit — not a commitment to this year's schedule.
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Puget Sound softball roster outlook
Puget Sound carries 22 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at outfielders (3).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 0 | 3 |
| Catchers | 0 | 4 |
| Infielders | 1 | 7 |
| Outfielders | 3 | 3 |
| Utility | 1 | 0 |
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 Puget Sound.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get recruited by Puget Sound University softball?
Start by filling out the Puget Sound University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Puget Sound University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Puget Sound University offer softball scholarships?
Puget Sound University is a D3 program. No athletic scholarships.
Who is the head coach at Puget Sound University?
The current head coach is Kara Dressel. 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.
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Create your accountQuick Facts
- Division
- D3
- Conference
- NWC
- State
- WA
- Camps Listed
- Coming soon
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