Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) · Nacogdoches, Texas · Public university
Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Stephen F. Austin State University who recruit Women's Beach Volleyball, head coach first.
The program
Where Stephen F. Austin State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southland Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- sfajacks.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 53% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches.
- Location
- Nacogdoches, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- sfasu.edu
About Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Gretchen Hand, the Head Coach, leads the Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) competes in NCAA Division I Beach Volleyball as a member of the Southland Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Stephen F. Austin State University is a large public school in Nacogdoches, Texas with 10,472 undergraduates, a 94% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,959 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Gretchen Hand, the Head Coach and Carlos Jimenez, the Assistant Coach. Stephen F. Austin State University has 3 coaches for Beach Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your side, height, partner history and tournament results in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude full sets from recent tournaments, not just highlights, with the link near the top so Gretchen can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Stephen F. Austin State University typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 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 Stephen F. Austin State University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email Coach Gretchen Hand at Stephen F. Austin State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach GretchenHow beach volleyball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Stephen F. Austin State University D1?
Yes. Stephen F. Austin State University competes in NCAA Division I Beach Volleyball, in the Southland Conference.
Is Stephen F. Austin State University public or private?
Stephen F. Austin State University is a public school in Nacogdoches, Texas.
What conference is Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball in?
The Southland Conference.
Does Stephen F. Austin State University offer athletic scholarships for Beach Volleyball?
Stephen F. Austin State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball have?
3 coaches, led by Gretchen Hand, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball?
Gretchen Hand is the Head Coach.
When can Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball?
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 Stephen F. Austin State University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,842 and out-of-state tuition is $17,682 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,959.
What is the Stephen F. Austin State University acceptance rate?
94% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Stephen F. Austin State University?
Admitted students typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Stephen F. Austin State University Beach Volleyball 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.
