Southwest Baptist University Softball
Southwest Baptist University (SBU) · Bolivar, Missouri · Private nonprofit university
Southwest Baptist University Softball coaches
Coaches at Southwest Baptist University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Southwest Baptist University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great Lakes Valley Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- sbubearcats.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
- 10 : 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
Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar.
- Location
- Bolivar, Missouri
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Southern Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- sbuniv.edu
About Southwest Baptist University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tripp Swisher, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Southwest Baptist University Softball staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Southwest Baptist University (SBU) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Great Lakes Valley 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. Southwest Baptist University is a small private school in Bolivar, Missouri with 2,199 undergraduates, a 68% acceptance rate and an average net price of $19,781 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Southwest Baptist University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tripp Swisher, the Head Softball Coach. Southwest Baptist University has 2 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 Tripp can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Southwest Baptist University typically score 810–1210 on the SAT and 17–26 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 Southwest Baptist University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach TrippHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Southwest Baptist University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Southwest Baptist University D2?
Yes. Southwest Baptist University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.
Is Southwest Baptist University public or private?
Southwest Baptist University is a private nonprofit school in Bolivar, Missouri.
What conference is Southwest Baptist University Softball in?
The Great Lakes Valley Conference.
Does Southwest Baptist University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Southwest Baptist University 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 Southwest Baptist University Softball have?
2 coaches, led by Tripp Swisher, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Southwest Baptist University Softball?
Tripp Swisher is the Head Softball Coach.
When can Southwest Baptist University 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 Southwest Baptist 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 Southwest Baptist University cost?
In-state tuition is $28,656 and out-of-state tuition is $28,656 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $19,781.
What is the Southwest Baptist University acceptance rate?
68% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Southwest Baptist University?
Admitted students typically score 810–1210 on the SAT and 17–26 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Southwest Baptist 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.
