Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling
Southern Oregon University (SOU) · Ashland, Oregon · Public university
Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling coaches
Coaches at Southern Oregon University who recruit Men's Wrestling, head coach first.
The program
Where Southern Oregon University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Cascade Collegiate Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- souraiders.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 23 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 43% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Southern Oregon University in Ashland.
- Location
- Ashland, Oregon
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- sou.edu
About Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Joel Gibson, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach, leads the Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Southern Oregon University (SOU) competes in NAIA Men's Wrestling as a member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Southern Oregon University is a public school in Ashland, Oregon with 5,113 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,959 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Andrew Herrera, the Assistant Men's Wrestling Coach and Joel Gibson, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach. Southern Oregon University has 3 coaches for Men's Wrestling, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your weight class, record and state or national placements in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude full matches against strong opponents, with the link near the top so Joel 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 Southern Oregon University staff after a week, and again after your next match with updated results.
Email Coach Joel Gibson at Southern Oregon University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JoelHow wrestling recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Southern Oregon University NAIA?
Yes. Southern Oregon University competes in NAIA Men's Wrestling, in the Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Is Southern Oregon University public or private?
Southern Oregon University is a public school in Ashland, Oregon.
What conference is Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling in?
The Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Does Southern Oregon University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Wrestling?
Southern Oregon University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling have?
3 coaches, led by Joel Gibson, the Head Men's Wrestling Coach.
Who is the head coach of Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling?
Joel Gibson is the Head Men's Wrestling Coach.
When can Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. 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 Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling?
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 Southern Oregon University cost?
In-state tuition is $10,170 and out-of-state tuition is $29,295 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,959.
What is the Southern Oregon University acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Southern Oregon University Men's Wrestling 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.
