Walsh Softball
Walsh University · Cavaliers
G-MAC · North Canton, OH
$35K
In-state tuition
7.2
Scholarships
equivalencies (partial scholarships)
62%
Graduation rate
Room & board: $12K
2023-2024 data via IPEDS
Walsh 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
- $46,405Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
- Debt as a share of year-10 pay
- 45%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
- Total enrollment
- 2,160
Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.
Program Info
- Division
- D2
- Conference
- G-MAC
- Location
- North Canton, OH
- Scholarships
- 7.2 equivalencies
Coaching Staff
Katie Connell
Head Coach
k•••@walsh.eduKatie Cozy
Assistant Coach
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Camps & Clinics
Winter Elite Prospect Clinic
- Date
- 11/07/2026
- Cost
- $130
- 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 North Canton, OH, Nov 7–Nov 8. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Lil Cav's Spring Training
- Date
- 02/27/2027
- Cost
- $50
- Age Group
- 1st Grade - 5th Grade
For younger players, roughly 8th grade and under — development, not recruiting.
Register at official siteTravelling in? 1 night in North Canton, OH, Feb 27–Feb 28. Check hotel prices →
From Ryzer, checked . Confirm dates and cost on the registration page before you travel.
Camp Tips for Recruits
- Before paying for any event, ask: which specific coaches will be there? Get confirmation.
- Contact the coaching staff BEFORE attending their camp to express your interest. They will watch more closely.
- After any camp, follow up with an email to every coach you interacted with within 48 hours.
What Walsh Coaches Look For
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Recruiting Timeline
D2 contact rules for Walsh. 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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Walsh softball roster outlook
Walsh carries 24 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 4 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at pitchers (2).
| Position | Leaving | Returning |
|---|---|---|
| Pitchers | 2 | 5 |
| Catchers | 0 | 2 |
| Infielders | 1 | 6 |
| Outfielders | 1 | 5 |
| Utility | 0 | 2 |
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 Walsh University softball?
Start by filling out the Walsh University recruiting questionnaire, then email the coaching staff directly. Attend camps and showcases where Walsh University coaches are present. CommitBound can help you track your outreach and build recruiting habits.
Does Walsh University offer softball scholarships?
Walsh University is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.
When are Walsh University softball camps?
Walsh University has 2 camps listed. Check the camps section above for dates, costs, and registration links.
Who is the head coach at Walsh University?
The current head coach is Katie Connell. 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)
- $59,764/yr
- Median earnings (6yr)
- $50,090/yr
- Median student debt
- $27,000
- Admission rate
- 71%
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
- $20,493/yr
- Students on Pell Grant
- 27%
- SAT range (EBRW + Math)
- 1040–1280
- ACT range
- 20–27
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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- Division
- D2
- Conference
- G-MAC
- State
- OH
- Camps Listed
- 2
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