Stephen F. Austin State University Softball
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) · Nacogdoches, Texas · Public university
Stephen F. Austin State University Softball coaches
Coaches at Stephen F. Austin State University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Stephen F. Austin State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southland Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- sfajacks.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 53% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches.
- Location
- Nacogdoches, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- sfasu.edu
About Stephen F. Austin State University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jeff Jackson, the Head Coach, leads the Stephen F. Austin State University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) competes in NCAA Division I Softball as a member of the Southland Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I softball coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Stephen F. Austin State University is a large public school in Nacogdoches, Texas with 10,472 undergraduates, a 94% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,959 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Stephen F. Austin State University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jeff Jackson, the Head Coach and Melanie Jaegers, the Assistant Coach. Stephen F. Austin State 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 Jeff can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Stephen F. Austin State University typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 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 Stephen F. Austin State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Jeff Jackson at Stephen F. Austin State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach JeffHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Stephen F. Austin State University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Stephen F. Austin State University D1?
Yes. Stephen F. Austin State University competes in NCAA Division I Softball, in the Southland Conference.
Is Stephen F. Austin State University public or private?
Stephen F. Austin State University is a public school in Nacogdoches, Texas.
What conference is Stephen F. Austin State University Softball in?
The Southland Conference.
Does Stephen F. Austin State University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Stephen F. Austin State 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 Stephen F. Austin State University Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Jeff Jackson, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Stephen F. Austin State University Softball?
Jeff Jackson is the Head Coach.
When can Stephen F. Austin State 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 Stephen F. Austin State 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 Stephen F. Austin State University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,842 and out-of-state tuition is $17,682 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,959.
What is the Stephen F. Austin State University acceptance rate?
94% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Stephen F. Austin State University?
Admitted students typically score 970–1170 on the SAT and 18–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Stephen F. Austin State 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.
