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South Dakota State University Baseball Recruiting
South Dakota State University plays NCAA D1 baseball in the Summit League. Its roster (as listed May 2026) has 27 players. The head coach is Rob Bishop. Here's what the roster, recruiting history and academics look like — and when the coaching staff can contact you.
When can South Dakota State University coaches contact you?
Roster makeup
Roster as listed May 2026.
Players listed at more than one position count in each.
Transfers in, 2023–2026
Prior level not recorded for 13 of 13 transfers.
Top feeder school: Iowa Central CC
MLB draft picks, 2015–2022
5 players drafted from South Dakota State University in those years. Most recent:
- Gus Steiger — 2020 (Cincinnati Reds)
- Brady Stover — 2019, round 31 (Washington Nationals)
- Luke Ringhofer — 2017, round 22 (Baltimore Orioles)
- Zach Coppola — 2015, round 13 (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Adam Bray — 2015, round 33 (Los Angeles Dodgers)
Academics and cost
Acceptance rate99%
Average net price$19,858
In-state tuition$9,299
Out-of-state tuition$12,809
Graduation rate60%
Average GPA2.85
Average SAT1170
Average ACT22
School sizeMedium school
Estimates from public college data. Check the school's own numbers before you decide.
Coaching staff
Rob Bishop, Head Coach
Coach contact info and the recruiting questionnaire link are in the Prospect Athlete app (free to download).