Rider University Softball
Rider University (Rider) · Lawrenceville, New Jersey · Private nonprofit university
Rider University Softball coaches
Coaches at Rider University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Rider University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gobroncs.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
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 61% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Rider University in Lawrenceville.
- Location
- Lawrenceville, New Jersey
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- rider.edu
About Rider University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Davon Ortega, the Head Coach, leads the Rider University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Rider University (Rider) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Rider University is a private school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey with 4,003 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,618 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Rider University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Davon Ortega, the Head Coach and Paul Ortega, the Assistant Coach. Rider University has 3 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 Davon can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Rider University typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 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 Rider University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Davon Ortega at Rider University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach DavonHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Rider University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Rider University D1?
Yes. Rider University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Rider University public or private?
Rider University is a private nonprofit school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.
What conference is Rider University Softball in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Rider University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Rider 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 Rider University Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Davon Ortega, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Rider University Softball?
Davon Ortega is the Head Coach.
When can Rider 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 Rider 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 Rider University cost?
In-state tuition is $39,700 and out-of-state tuition is $39,700 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,618.
What is the Rider University acceptance rate?
79% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Rider University?
Admitted students typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Rider 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.
