California State University, East Bay Baseball
California State University, East Bay (Cal State East Bay) · Hayward, California · Public university
California State University, East Bay Baseball coaches
Coaches at California State University, East Bay who recruit Men's Baseball, head coach first.
The program
Where California State University, East Bay competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- California Collegiate Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- eastbaypioneers.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 22 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 48% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
California State University, East Bay in Hayward.
- Location
- Hayward, California
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- csueastbay.edu
About California State University, East Bay Baseball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tony Schifano is the Head Baseball Coach for California State University, East Bay Baseball, verified October 2026. California State University, East Bay (Cal State East Bay) competes in NCAA Division II Baseball as a member of the California Collegiate Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. California State University, East Bay is a large public school in Hayward, California with 12,326 undergraduates, a 97% acceptance rate and an average net price of $9,850 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by California State University, East Bay Baseball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tony Schifano, the Head Baseball Coach. California State University, East Bay has 1 coach for Baseball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, and measurables like exit velocity, 60-yard time or pitching velocity in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game at-bats or bullpen work, with the link near the top so Tony can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the California State University, East Bay staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is California State University, East Bay D2?
Yes. California State University, East Bay competes in NCAA Division II Baseball, in the California Collegiate Athletic Association.
Is California State University, East Bay public or private?
California State University, East Bay is a public school in Hayward, California.
What conference is California State University, East Bay Baseball in?
The California Collegiate Athletic Association.
Does California State University, East Bay offer athletic scholarships for Baseball?
California State University, East Bay competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does California State University, East Bay Baseball have?
1 coach, led by Tony Schifano, the Head Baseball Coach.
Who is the head coach of California State University, East Bay Baseball?
Tony Schifano is the Head Baseball Coach.
When can California State University, East Bay Baseball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to California State University, East Bay Baseball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does California State University, East Bay cost?
In-state tuition is $6,084 and out-of-state tuition is $18,684 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,850.
What is the California State University, East Bay acceptance rate?
97% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the California State University, East Bay Baseball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
