United States Coast Guard Academy Softball
United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) · New London, Connecticut · Public university
United States Coast Guard Academy Softball coaches
Coaches at United States Coast Guard Academy who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where United States Coast Guard Academy competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- coastguardathletics.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
- 7 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 93% in six years
Where it is
United States Coast Guard Academy in New London.
- Location
- New London, Connecticut
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- uscga.edu
About United States Coast Guard Academy Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Arielle Porter, the Head Softball Coach, leads the United States Coast Guard Academy Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. United States Coast Guard Academy is a small public school in New London, Connecticut with 1,108 undergraduates, a 22% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by United States Coast Guard Academy Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Arielle Porter, the Head Softball Coach and Dana Fleischmann, the Defensive Coordinator. United States Coast Guard Academy 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 III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Arielle can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at United States Coast Guard Academy typically score 1240–1400 on the SAT and 27–32 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 United States Coast Guard Academy staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Arielle Porter at United States Coast Guard Academy from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ArielleHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →United States Coast Guard Academy Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is United States Coast Guard Academy D3?
Yes. United States Coast Guard Academy competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.
Is United States Coast Guard Academy public or private?
United States Coast Guard Academy is a public school in New London, Connecticut.
What conference is United States Coast Guard Academy Softball in?
The New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference.
Does United States Coast Guard Academy offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does United States Coast Guard Academy Softball have?
4 coaches, led by Arielle Porter, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of United States Coast Guard Academy Softball?
Arielle Porter is the Head Softball Coach.
When can United States Coast Guard Academy Softball 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 United States Coast Guard Academy 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.
What is the United States Coast Guard Academy acceptance rate?
22% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for United States Coast Guard Academy?
Admitted students typically score 1240–1400 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT.
How do I contact the United States Coast Guard Academy 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.
