Menlo College Softball
Menlo College (Menlo) · Atherton, California · Private nonprofit university
Menlo College Softball coaches
Coaches at Menlo College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Menlo College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Pacific West Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- menloathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 54% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Menlo College in Atherton.
- Location
- Atherton, California
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- menlo.edu
About Menlo College Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
McKinsey Thorpe, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Menlo College Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Menlo College (Menlo) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Pacific West Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Menlo College is a small private school in Atherton, California with 810 undergraduates, a 68% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by Menlo College Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail McKinsey Thorpe, the Head Softball Coach and Megan Massa, the Assistant Softball Coach. Menlo College has 4 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so McKinsey 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 Menlo College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach McKinsey Thorpe at Menlo College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach McKinseyHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Menlo College Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Menlo College D2?
Yes. Menlo College competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Pacific West Conference.
Is Menlo College public or private?
Menlo College is a private nonprofit school in Atherton, California.
What conference is Menlo College Softball in?
The Pacific West Conference.
Does Menlo College offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Menlo College competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Menlo College Softball have?
4 coaches, led by McKinsey Thorpe, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Menlo College Softball?
McKinsey Thorpe is the Head Softball Coach.
When can Menlo College Softball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. 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 Menlo College Softball?
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 Menlo College cost?
In-state tuition is $52,700 and out-of-state tuition is $52,700 a year.
What is the Menlo College acceptance rate?
68% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Menlo College Softball 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.
