Jacksonville University Softball
Jacksonville University (JU) · Jacksonville, Florida · Private nonprofit university
Jacksonville University Softball coaches
Coaches at Jacksonville University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Jacksonville University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Atlantic Sun Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- judolphins.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
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 51% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Jacksonville University in Jacksonville.
- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- ju.edu
About Jacksonville University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Erica Ayers, the Head Coach, leads the Jacksonville University Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Jacksonville University (JU) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Atlantic Sun Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Jacksonville University is a private school in Jacksonville, Florida with 4,247 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,745 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Jacksonville University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Erica Ayers, the Head Coach and Holli Mitchell, the Associate Head Coach - Pitching Coach. Jacksonville University 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Erica can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Jacksonville University typically score 1100–1280 on the SAT and 22–27 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 Jacksonville University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Erica Ayers at Jacksonville University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach EricaHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Jacksonville University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Jacksonville University D1?
Yes. Jacksonville University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Atlantic Sun Conference.
Is Jacksonville University public or private?
Jacksonville University is a private nonprofit school in Jacksonville, Florida.
What conference is Jacksonville University Softball in?
The Atlantic Sun Conference.
Does Jacksonville University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville University Softball have?
4 coaches, led by Erica Ayers, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Jacksonville University Softball?
Erica Ayers is the Head Coach.
When can Jacksonville University Softball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior 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 Jacksonville University 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 Jacksonville University cost?
In-state tuition is $46,963 and out-of-state tuition is $46,963 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,745.
What is the Jacksonville University acceptance rate?
57% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Jacksonville University?
Admitted students typically score 1100–1280 on the SAT and 22–27 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Jacksonville University 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.
