Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer
Sam Houston State University (SHSU) · Huntsville, Texas · Public university
Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer coaches
Coaches at Sam Houston State University who recruit Women's Soccer, head coach first.
The program
Where Sam Houston State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Conference USA
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gobearkats.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
- 19 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 55% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Sam Houston State University in Huntsville.
- Location
- Huntsville, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- shsu.edu
About Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Kendall Ayers, the Head Coach, leads the Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer staff of 3 coaches, verified September 2026. Sam Houston State University (SHSU) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Soccer as a member of the Conference USA. 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. Sam Houston State University is a large public school in Huntsville, Texas with 21,039 undergraduates, a 90% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,737 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Kendall Ayers, the Head Coach and Max Flores, the Associate Head Coach. Sam Houston State University has 3 coaches for Women's Soccer, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and league, and stats like goals and assists 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 a highlight video plus one full game, with the link near the top so Kendall can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Sam Houston State University typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 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 Sam Houston State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Kendall Ayers at Sam Houston State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach KendallHow soccer recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Sam Houston State University D1?
Yes. Sam Houston State University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Soccer, in the Conference USA.
Is Sam Houston State University public or private?
Sam Houston State University is a public school in Huntsville, Texas.
What conference is Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer in?
The Conference USA.
Does Sam Houston State University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Soccer?
Sam Houston 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 Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer have?
3 coaches, led by Kendall Ayers, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer?
Kendall Ayers is the Head Coach.
When can Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer 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 Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer?
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 Sam Houston State University cost?
In-state tuition is $5,856 and out-of-state tuition is $15,696 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,737.
What is the Sam Houston State University acceptance rate?
90% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Sam Houston State University?
Admitted students typically score 930–1120 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Sam Houston State University Women's Soccer 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.
