D'Youville University Softball
D'Youville University (DYU) · Buffalo, New York · Private nonprofit university
D'Youville University Softball coaches
Coaches at D'Youville University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where D'Youville University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- East Coast Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- dyusaints.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
- 67% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
D'Youville University in Buffalo.
- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- dyu.edu
About D'Youville University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Shelly Hoerner, the Head Softball Coach, leads the D'Youville University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. D'Youville University (DYU) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the East Coast 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. D'Youville University is a small private school in Buffalo, New York with 2,556 undergraduates, a 81% acceptance rate.
How to get recruited by D'Youville University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Shelly Hoerner, the Head Softball Coach and Taylor Thorp, the Assistant Softball Coach. D'Youville 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 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 Shelly can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at D'Youville University typically score 995–1220 on the SAT, 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 D'Youville University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Shelly Hoerner at D'Youville University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach ShellyHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →D'Youville University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is D'Youville University D2?
Yes. D'Youville University competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the East Coast Conference.
Is D'Youville University public or private?
D'Youville University is a private nonprofit school in Buffalo, New York.
What conference is D'Youville University Softball in?
The East Coast Conference.
Does D'Youville University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
D'Youville 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 D'Youville University Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Shelly Hoerner, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of D'Youville University Softball?
Shelly Hoerner is the Head Softball Coach.
When can D'Youville 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 D'Youville 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 D'Youville University cost?
In-state tuition is $33,600 and out-of-state tuition is $33,600 a year.
What is the D'Youville University acceptance rate?
81% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for D'Youville University?
Admitted students typically score 995–1220 on the SAT.
How do I contact the D'Youville 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.
