In fiscal year 2025, University of Massachusetts, Amherst (UMASS)'s Softball program reported $17K in revenue and $1.1M in expenses, for a net deficit of $1.1M. Like most Group of Five Softball programs, University of Massachusetts, Amherst generates minimal direct revenue and is funded primarily through shared athletic department revenues. Among the 70 FBS programs reporting Softball data, University of Massachusetts, Amherst ranks 56th overall in total expenses (18th of 32 Group of Five programs) — below the FBS average of $2.3M. University of Massachusetts, Amherst competes in the MAC; financial data is available from FY2019 through FY2025.
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contributions | $15,435 |
| Other Operating Revenue | $1,652 |
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic Student Aid | $538,994 |
| Coaching Salaries, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $255,104 |
| Team Travel | $170,359 |
| Sports Equipment, Uniforms and Supplies | $49,991 |
| Recruiting | $28,244 |
| Direct Overhead and Administrative Expenses | $26,715 |
| Other Operating Expenses | $25,560 |
| Game Expenses | $22,505 |
| Student-Athlete Meals (non-travel) | $11,110 |
| Fund Raising, Marketing and Promotion | $1,548 |
| Support Staff/Administrative Compensation, Benefits and Bonuses paid by the University and Related Entities | $988 |
| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2025 | $17,087 | $1,131,118 | -$1.1M |
| FY2019 | $29,356 | $1,204,096 | -$1.2M |
The UMass Amherst softball program operates at a significant financial loss, generating just $17K in revenue against $1.1M in expenses in FY2025, resulting in a deficit of approximately $1.1M. Nearly all of the program's revenue comes from contributions ($15K), while Athletic Student Aid represents the single largest expense at $539K, or roughly half of total program costs. At $1.1M in total expenses, the program spends well below the FBS average of $2.3M and ranks 56th out of 70 FBS programs, though expenses have remained relatively stable compared to the $1.2M spent in FY2019.
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