Tell me what D3 pitching is like. I know it probably varies from program to program but on AVG how good do you have to be to pitch at your AVG D3 school?
Varies is really not strong enough of a word.
The best D3 programs have kids that are absolutely D1 quality - lower-mid 60's, locates well, nice movement, change of speed. Everything you would want in a good pitcher. Player often choose academics, best fit, playing time, chance to win national title, chance to hit and pitch over other offers to 'bigger' softball schools. For example. MIT has had some total beasts lately. In fact any team that makes the NCAA D3 field has at least a marginal D1 quality pitcher on their staff.
The worst D3 programs have girls who look like they learned a few weeks ago. I have seen as low as 42 mph and can't throw a strike.