Lees-McRae College Softball
Lees-McRae College (LMC) · Banner Elk, North Carolina · Private nonprofit university
Lees-McRae College Softball coaches
Coaches at Lees-McRae College who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Lees-McRae College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Conference Carolinas
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- lmcbobcats.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 42% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk.
- Location
- Banner Elk, North Carolina
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- lmc.edu
About Lees-McRae College Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Josh Bumgarner, the Head Softball Coach, leads the Lees-McRae College Softball staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Lees-McRae College (LMC) competes in NCAA Division II Softball as a member of the Conference Carolinas. 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. Lees-McRae College is a small private school in Banner Elk, North Carolina with 910 undergraduates, a 77% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,009 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Lees-McRae College Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Josh Bumgarner, the Head Softball Coach and Cassidy FitzGerald, the Assistant Softball Coach. Lees-McRae College 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 Josh 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 Lees-McRae College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Josh Bumgarner at Lees-McRae College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JoshHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Lees-McRae College Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Lees-McRae College D2?
Yes. Lees-McRae College competes in NCAA Division II Softball, in the Conference Carolinas.
Is Lees-McRae College public or private?
Lees-McRae College is a private nonprofit school in Banner Elk, North Carolina.
What conference is Lees-McRae College Softball in?
The Conference Carolinas.
Does Lees-McRae College offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College Softball have?
2 coaches, led by Josh Bumgarner, the Head Softball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Lees-McRae College Softball?
Josh Bumgarner is the Head Softball Coach.
When can Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae 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 Lees-McRae College cost?
In-state tuition is $30,500 and out-of-state tuition is $30,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,009.
What is the Lees-McRae College acceptance rate?
77% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Lees-McRae 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.
