College coaches look at UTR before anything else — it's the fastest way they filter recruits. Here's the typical recruited range for this level:
Girls — typical rangeUTR 6.5–9.5
Boys — typical rangeUTR 9.0–11.5
Typical roster bands, not cutoffs. Coaches recruit the whole player — grades, character, and how you compete all matter. The most honest benchmark for any school is its current roster's level: ask the coach directly.
Josh Thorpe returned as head coach on Aug 5, 2026 (announced by AD Dr. Wendy Snodgrass); previously coached the Golden Eagles 2012-18, including an eight-win 2014-15 season.
Thorpe succeeds David Lion (2024-2026); Thorpe is a Pitt-Greensburg alum (No. 1 singles 2004-06) from North Huntingdon, PA.
Competes in the PSAC West.
Clarion Women's: FAQs
How do I get recruited by the Clarion University of Pennsylvania Women's Tennis tennis program?
Start by researching the program's roster and contacting Joshua Thorpe (Head Coach) with your UTR rating, tournament results, and video. Most NCAA Division II recruiting starts sophomore or junior year of high school.
What UTR rating do I need for Clarion University of Pennsylvania NCAA Division II tennis?
Typical recruited players at this level sit around UTR 6.5–9.5 (girls) and 9.0–11.5 (boys). Those are typical roster bands, not cutoffs — coaches recruit the whole player, and walk-ons can sit below the band. The most honest benchmark for Clarion University of Pennsylvania is its current roster's level: ask the staff directly.
Does Clarion University of Pennsylvania offer athletic scholarships for tennis?
Scholarship rules differ by division: D1 and D2 programs can offer athletic scholarships, D3 programs offer only academic/need-based aid, and NAIA/JUCO programs have their own aid rules. Ask the staff what is available for your recruiting class.
Who coaches the Clarion University of Pennsylvania Women's Tennis program?
Joshua Thorpe is the head coach. See the full staff list above — each coach has a profile page.
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