D2GLIAC
Moderately Competitive

Wisconsin-Parkside Softball

University of Wisconsin-Parkside · Rangers

GLIAC · Kenosha, WI

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Developing ProgramGrads earn $51K/yr

$8K

In-state tuition

Out-of-state: $16K

7.2

Scholarships

equivalencies (partial scholarships)

40%

Graduation rate

Room & board: $8K

2023-2024 data via IPEDS

Wisconsin-Parkside 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. in-state year, all in
$16,141
Est. out-of-state year, all in
$24,783Tuition & fees plus room & board. Excludes books, travel and any aid.
Debt as a share of year-10 pay
40%Median debt divided by median earnings 10 years after entry. Lower is easier to pay back.
Total enrollment
4,008

Cost, debt and enrollment: IPEDS 2023-2024 and College Scorecard. Conference level: CommitBound.

Program Info

Division
D2
Conference
GLIAC
Location
Kenosha, WI
Scholarships
7.2 equivalencies

What Wisconsin-Parkside Coaches Look For

Recruiting benchmarks for D2 programs. Min = on the radar, Competitive = solidly in the pool, Elite = stands out.

Pitching Velocity
56 mphMin
58 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Exit Velocity (Tee)
64 mphMin
67 mphCompetitive
72 mphElite
Home to 1st (RH)
3.2 secMin
3 secCompetitive
2.9 secElite
Overhand Throw (IF)
56 mphMin
59 mphCompetitive
62 mphElite
Pop Time (2B)
2.1 secMin
2 secCompetitive
1.85 secElite
GPA
2.5Min
3Competitive
3.4Elite

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Recruiting Timeline

D2 contact rules for Wisconsin-Parkside. 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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Coaching Staff

Kristin Ortman

Head Coach

o•••@uwp.edu

Gabby Minor

Assistant Coach - Softball

v•••@uwp.edu

Jackie Schmit

Softball Assistant Coach

s•••@uwp.edu
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Wisconsin-Parkside softball roster outlook

Wisconsin-Parkside carries 28 players on its 2026-2027 roster. 5 seniors and graduate students leave after this season, the most at infielders (2).

Wisconsin-Parkside 2026-2027 roster by position: players leaving after this season and returning
PositionLeavingReturning
Pitchers14
Catchers02
Infielders28
Outfielders17
Utility12

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 Wisconsin-Parkside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get recruited by University of Wisconsin-Parkside softball?

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Does University of Wisconsin-Parkside offer softball scholarships?

University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a D2 program. 7.2 equivalencies.

Who is the head coach at University of Wisconsin-Parkside?

The current head coach is Kristin Ortman. Verified coach email access is available with a free CommitBound account.

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Location

Recruiting Difficulty

Moderately Competitive

This program offers good opportunities for dedicated student-athletes. Travel ball experience and solid academics will strengthen your candidacy.

Graduate Outcomes

Median earnings (10yr)
$51,129/yr
Median earnings (6yr)
$42,154/yr
Median student debt
$20,492
Admission rate
75%

Strong Value — 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
$11,772/yr
Students on Pell Grant
35%
ACT range
17–25

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
D2
Conference
GLIAC
State
WI
Camps Listed
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