McDaniel College Softball
McDaniel College (McDaniel) · Westminster, Maryland · Private nonprofit university
McDaniel College Softball coaches
Coaches at McDaniel College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where McDaniel College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Centennial Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- mcdanielathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 13 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 63% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
McDaniel College in Westminster.
- Location
- Westminster, Maryland
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- mcdaniel.edu
About McDaniel College Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jessica Zavolta, the Head Coach, leads the McDaniel College Softball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. McDaniel College (McDaniel) competes in NCAA Division III Softball as a member of the Centennial Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. McDaniel College is a small private school in Westminster, Maryland with 2,868 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $23,088 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by McDaniel College Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jessica Zavolta, the Head Coach and Casey Lebo-Dunn, the Assistant Coach. McDaniel 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 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 Jessica 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 McDaniel College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Jessica Zavolta at McDaniel College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JessicaHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →McDaniel College Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is McDaniel College D3?
Yes. McDaniel College competes in NCAA Division III Softball, in the Centennial Conference.
Is McDaniel College public or private?
McDaniel College is a private nonprofit school in Westminster, Maryland.
What conference is McDaniel College Softball in?
The Centennial Conference.
Does McDaniel College 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 McDaniel College Softball have?
4 coaches, led by Jessica Zavolta, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of McDaniel College Softball?
Jessica Zavolta is the Head Coach.
When can McDaniel College 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 McDaniel 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 McDaniel College cost?
In-state tuition is $51,106 and out-of-state tuition is $51,106 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,088.
What is the McDaniel College acceptance rate?
78% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the McDaniel 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.
