Bonnie Holland
Extra Inning Softball CEO
Aug. 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM ET
A Powerful Alliance for Recruiting Success
Extra Inning Softball is excited to team up with CSA PrepStar, the nation’s first and most respected collegiate recruiting organization. Founded in 1981 by All-American quarterback Jeff Duva, PrepStar was built to simplify the recruiting process for student-athletes and their families. With over 75,000 athletes assisted and more than $2.5 billion in scholarships and aid awarded, PrepStar has created real impact—and now that same impact is being brought directly to the fastpitch softball community through this exciting collaboration with Extra Inning Softball. Join Now!
Want to hear the full story? Tune into our exclusive podcast interview with Andrea Duva of CSA PrepStar as we dive deeper into their mission, personal journey, and what fastpitch families need to know about college recruiting. [Click HERE to listen now!]
How It All Started
The PrepStar journey began when Jeff Duva experienced the challenges of college recruiting firsthand—first as a high school athlete trying to get noticed, and later as a college coach recruiting talent. Using both perspectives, Duva launched Collegiate Sports of America—the country’s first collegiate recruiting organization focused solely on helping student-athletes and families navigate the complex recruiting process.
Over four decades later, PrepStar remains a leader in the space, trusted by families and college programs nationwide for its results-driven approach and personalized support.
Why Softball? Why Now?
Fastpitch softball is one of the most competitive and widely participated women’s sports in the country. According to SFIA, more than 2 million girls play fastpitch in the U.S., and USA Softball registers over 1.2 million youth athletes annually. Many of these players dream of continuing their careers in college—and now, they’ll have expert support to help make that happen.
CSA PrepStar has developed a platform that is uniquely positioned to serve the needs of fastpitch athletes, with proven tools and personalized strategies designed to connect qualified players with the right collegiate opportunities. Join Now!
When Should You Start?
The best time to begin college recruiting is when an athlete knows they want to pursue softball at the next level. PrepStar has worked with student-athletes as early as 8th grade, helping them build a long-term path toward their goals. Starting early provides more time to prepare, showcase growth, and build valuable connections with college coaches. Set up a free profile today HERE and a member of the PrepStar team will get in touch with you.
Andrea Duva: A Personal Path to Purpose
PrepStar is more than a national recruiting platform—it’s a family-driven mission. Andrea Duva, daughter of founder Jeff Duva, began working with her father eight years ago after finishing college.
When asked by Extra Inning Softball how her involvement began, Andrea shared:
“I began working with my father 8 years ago when I got out of college. I began working as a social media director and after a few years I decided to buy a franchise and began running my own recruiting business in 2020.”
When asked why she chose to pursue a career with PrepStar, Andrea responded:
“Being an athlete I wanted to find a way to stay in sports. I also was traveling a lot for tennis at the time and wanted a job that I could do remotely. Shortly after starting I realized that this was something I was super passionate about and wanted to help other student athletes on their journey.”
Andrea’s story isn’t just about working for PrepStar—she’s a product of the system herself. She didn’t commit to playing college tennis until the summer after her senior year.
“I didn’t take sports seriously until after my senior year of high school. I was committed to go to UC Riverside and two weeks before school started I told my father I wanted to play college tennis.”
Andrea attended community college her first semester and grey shirted. Once working with PrepStar, she received an offer from University of Akron. However, she did not like the cold so she returned to PrepStar and received numerous D1 offers, playing for the University of California Irvine during her last three years.
Reflecting on the experience, Andrea shared:
“PrepStar gave me the exposure I needed to reach schools that would’ve never known about me, opening the door to play Division 1 tennis and grow as a player every single year. It truly changed the course of my journey.”
Real Results. Real Stories.
PrepStar’s reach in softball is already proven. Athletes who’ve worked with their team have gone on to compete at top programs including LSU, Stanford, Nebraska, Utah, Seton Hall, University of Dallas, Emory & Henry College, Methodist University, and many more across all NCAA and NAIA divisions.
These results speak volumes about the trust and success PrepStar has earned in the recruiting space.
What to Expect from PrepStar
Once registered, PrepStar’s team begins building a professional recruiting profile for each athlete. The profile includes:
- Personal and academic information
- Athletic background, stats, and accolades
- Skills video and game highlights
- Scouting report by a dedicated PrepStar Director
Unlike generic platforms where athletes manage everything alone, PrepStar provides ongoing, scout-assisted recruiting support. Each athlete has a direct contact who handles outreach, evaluation, and communication with college programs. The process continues until the athlete commits to a program or signs a National Letter of Intent.
This hands-on approach ensures athletes and their families receive the guidance and representation they need throughout their journey.
Getting Started is Simple
The first step is to register in PrepStar’s softball prospect database and schedule a personal scholarship evaluation with one of their National Scouting Directors. Start HERE! During this conversation, athletes and families receive a clear assessment of where they stand, what opportunities may be available, and how PrepStar can help.
If an athlete is ready to move forward, they’ll be shown the full scope of PrepStar’s support system. If more development is needed, the family is provided with a customized improvement plan.
Either way, it’s a step forward in the right direction.
Building Brighter Futures Together
Extra Inning Softball and CSA PrepStar are working together to open doors for the next generation of fastpitch athletes. This collaboration combines a shared commitment to athlete development, college access, and long-term success.
Whether you’re just getting started or on the verge of recruitment, this new opportunity is designed to help you take control of the process—with the guidance, tools, and expertise needed to reach your goals.
Your journey begins with one decision—and the right support. Let’s build your future together. Start your profile now: Click HERE
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