Southwestern University Women's Basketball
Southwestern University (SU) · Georgetown, Texas · Private nonprofit university
Southwestern University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Southwestern University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Southwestern University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Southern Athletic Association
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- southwesternpirates.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 73% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Southwestern University in Georgetown.
- Location
- Georgetown, Texas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- southwestern.edu
About Southwestern University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the Southwestern University Women's Basketball staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Southwestern University (SU) competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball as a member of the Southern Athletic Association. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Southwestern University is a small private school in Georgetown, Texas with 1,440 undergraduates, a 43% acceptance rate and an average net price of $30,687 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Southwestern University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Lawrence Bailey, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. Southwestern University has 2 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Caitlin can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southwestern University typically score 1130–1300 on the SAT and 26–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Southwestern University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler at Southwestern University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach CaitlinHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Southwestern University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Southwestern University D3?
Yes. Southwestern University competes in NCAA Division III Women's Basketball, in the Southern Athletic Association.
Is Southwestern University public or private?
Southwestern University is a private nonprofit school in Georgetown, Texas.
What conference is Southwestern University Women's Basketball in?
The Southern Athletic Association.
Does Southwestern University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Southwestern University Women's Basketball have?
2 coaches, led by Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler, the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Southwestern University Women's Basketball?
Caitlin Kriesel-Bigler is the Head Women's Basketball Coach.
When can Southwestern University Women's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits 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 Southwestern University Women's Basketball?
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 Southwestern University cost?
In-state tuition is $53,288 and out-of-state tuition is $53,288 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,687.
What is the Southwestern University acceptance rate?
43% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southwestern University?
Admitted students typically score 1130–1300 on the SAT and 26–30 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Southwestern University Women's Basketball 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.
