Southern Oregon University Women's Cross Country
Southern Oregon University (SOU) · Ashland, Oregon · Public university
Southern Oregon University Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Southern Oregon University who recruit Women's Cross Country, 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 Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Thomas Hoak is the Pole Vault Coach for Southern Oregon University Women's Cross Country, verified June 2026. Southern Oregon University (SOU) competes in NAIA Women's Cross Country 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 Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Thomas Hoak, the Pole Vault Coach. Southern Oregon University has 1 coach for Women's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Thomas 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 race with updated results.
Email Coach Thomas Hoak at Southern Oregon University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ThomasHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Southern Oregon University Women's Cross Country 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 Women's Cross Country, 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 Women's Cross Country in?
The Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Does Southern Oregon University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
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 Women's Cross Country have?
1 coach, led by Thomas Hoak, the Pole Vault Coach.
When can Southern Oregon University Women's Cross Country 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 Women's Cross Country?
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 Women's Cross Country 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.
