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From FCP to the NBA: Nathan Mariano's Pro Journey
Alumni Story

From FCP to the NBA: Nathan Mariano's Pro Journey

Nathan Mariano went from Florida Coastal Prep to four Brazilian league championships, Brazil's national team, and the Phoenix Suns organization.

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Sean East II: From Coach DeForest to NBA Rising Stars
Alumni Story

Sean East II: From Coach DeForest to NBA Rising Stars

Sean East II went from playing under Coach DeForest to the NJCAA Player of the Year, signing with the LA Lakers, and earning an NBA...

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What Is a Basketball Boarding School? A Guide for Players & Parents
Recruiting Guide

What Is a Basketball Boarding School? A Guide for Players & Parents

Basketball boarding schools combine elite training with academics in a residential setting. Here's how they work, what they cost, and...

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Train Like a Pro Before College: The New Standard for Player Development
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Train Like a Pro Before College: The New Standard for Player Development

In the NIL era, college basketball coaches don't have time to develop players. The players who earn and keep scholarships...

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Why Older Players Win the Transfer Portal — And What Younger Players Must Do About It
Recruiting Guide

Why Older Players Win the Transfer Portal — And What Younger Players Must Do About It

Coaches don't go to the transfer portal looking for upside. They go looking for production. Here's what that means for...

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Mastering the Pick and Roll: The Complete Basketball Guide
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Mastering the Pick and Roll: The Complete Basketball Guide

The pick and roll is the most powerful play in basketball. Here's how it works, how to run it at...

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College Basketball Is Now a Professional Sport. Is Your Player Ready?
Recruiting Guide

College Basketball Is Now a Professional Sport. Is Your Player Ready?

College basketball isn't amateur athletics anymore. NIL money, the transfer portal, and coaches recruiting proven players have permanently changed what...

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Basketball Academy Tuition: What Do Top Programs Cost?
Recruiting Guide

Basketball Academy Tuition: What Do Top Programs Cost?

Basketball academy tuition varies widely. This guide breaks down what top programs cost, what's included, and how players fund their...

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From Zero Offers to D1: How FCP Athletes Get Recruited
Recruiting Guide

From Zero Offers to D1: How FCP Athletes Get Recruited

No offers after high school doesn't mean no future. Here's how FCP's training system, national schedule, and recruiting pipeline turn...

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Post-Graduate Basketball at Florida Coastal Prep: Seven Seasons of Building D1 Players
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Post-Graduate Basketball at Florida Coastal Prep: Seven Seasons of Building D1 Players

Seven seasons. 43 states. 22 countries. Here's how Florida Coastal Prep's post-graduate program turns overlooked athletes into college basketball players....

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Inside the Grind Session: How FCP Competes on the National Stage
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Inside the Grind Session: How FCP Competes on the National Stage

FCP's Grind Session schedule pits the Spartans against the best post-graduate programs in the country. Here's what competing at that...

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Brandon Maclin Earns Big East Honor Roll as DePaul Chases History
Alumni Story

Brandon Maclin Earns Big East Honor Roll as DePaul Chases History

Brandon Maclin is playing his best basketball at the biggest moment. The FCP product just earned Big East Honor Roll...

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Hikaru Awata Commits to Troy University (NCAA D1 — Sun Belt Conference)
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Hikaru Awata Commits to Troy University (NCAA D1 — Sun Belt Conference)

International Spartan Hikaru Awata has committed to Troy University, joining the Trojans' NCAA Division I basketball program in the Sun...

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Brock Rose Commits to Radford University — Another FCP Spartan Goes D1
Alumni Story

Brock Rose Commits to Radford University — Another FCP Spartan Goes D1

FCP's Brock Rose has committed to Radford University, joining the Highlanders in the Big South Conference and continuing FCP's tradition...

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Paul Biancardi — ESPN's Director of Recruiting — Visits Florida Coastal Prep
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Paul Biancardi — ESPN's Director of Recruiting — Visits Florida Coastal Prep

When ESPN's top basketball recruiting director — a man who has personally evaluated thousands of programs — visits your academy...

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Whatever It Takes to Win: Brandon Maclin's Road to the Big East
Alumni Story

Whatever It Takes to Win: Brandon Maclin's Road to the Big East

From a 3.5-point role player to a Big East standout at DePaul — Brandon Maclin's relentless journey through Florida Coastal...

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IMG vs DME vs Montverde: Honest Basketball Comparison
Recruiting Guide

IMG vs DME vs Montverde: Honest Basketball Comparison

Comparing IMG Academy, DME Academy, and Montverde for basketball? Get an honest breakdown of each program's strengths, costs, and fit...

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Best Basketball Prep School in Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Best Basketball Prep School in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Looking for a basketball prep school in Fort Walton Beach? Learn what separates elite programs from the rest and why...

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Basketball Prep Schools in the Florida Panhandle
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Basketball Prep Schools in the Florida Panhandle

Searching for a basketball prep school in the Florida Panhandle? Here's what families near Fort Walton Beach, Destin, and Pensacola...

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Top Basketball Prep Schools in Florida for D1 Talent
Recruiting Guide

Top Basketball Prep Schools in Florida for D1 Talent

Florida's basketball prep schools have produced NBA draft picks, G-League pros, and hundreds of D1 commits. Compare top programs like...

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Gerald Gittens Jr.: Brooklyn Grit to a D1 Finish
Alumni Story

Gerald Gittens Jr.: Brooklyn Grit to a D1 Finish

Gerald Gittens Jr. came to FCP from Brooklyn, developed through three colleges, and finished his career as a D1 starter...

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Scholarships for Student-Athletes: A Complete Guide
Recruiting Guide

Scholarships for Student-Athletes: A Complete Guide

There are plenty of scholarships available to help student-athletes cover tuition, fees, and living expenses at two-year and four-year institutions....

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A Complete Guide to NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO Basketball Divisions
Recruiting Guide

A Complete Guide to NCAA, NAIA, and JUCO Basketball Divisions

Understanding different athletic divisions is a critical decision for aspiring student-athletes. Each provides distinct opportunities and financial support.

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How to Get Noticed by College Scouts
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How to Get Noticed by College Scouts

Competition for college basketball spots is fierce, but specific actionable steps can improve your visibility to scouts and recruiters.

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Catch All the Action and Celebrate Our FCP Stars
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Catch All the Action and Celebrate Our FCP Stars

Watch FCP games live on YouTube and VEO LIVE, celebrate our November Players of the Month, and catch the launch...

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Kenny Anderson's Visit Leaves Florida Coastal Players Inspired On and Off the Court
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Kenny Anderson's Visit Leaves Florida Coastal Players Inspired On and Off the Court

Florida Coastal Prep hosted basketball legend Kenny Anderson for an impactful visit with our Post Grad Players.

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The Playmaker's Path: Kylin Green from FCP to D1
Alumni Story

The Playmaker's Path: Kylin Green from FCP to D1

Kylin Green led the DFW Metroplex in scoring, spent a post-graduate year at FCP, then climbed through four colleges to...

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Ring Malith's Rise: South Sudan to the NCAA Tournament
Alumni Story

Ring Malith's Rise: South Sudan to the NCAA Tournament

Ring Malith traveled from South Sudan to FCP, won an NJCAA National Championship at Barton CC, and led SIUE to...

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Florida Coastal Prep's Postgraduate Program
Program News

Florida Coastal Prep's Postgraduate Program

Florida Coastal Prep provides a postgraduate basketball program that combines elite training with unparalleled support and a national schedule.

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NBA Legend Kenny Anderson Joins FCP Coaching Staff
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NBA Legend Kenny Anderson Joins FCP Coaching Staff

Kenny Anderson, former NBA first-round draft pick and 14-year veteran, joins the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff.

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From Bakersfield to the Big Sky: Jack Hatten's D1 Journey
Alumni Story

From Bakersfield to the Big Sky: Jack Hatten's D1 Journey

Jack Hatten drove 2,300 miles from Bakersfield to FCP during a pandemic, bet on himself, and earned a Division I...

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Coach B Returns: ESPN's Biancardi Visits FCP Again
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Coach B Returns: ESPN's Biancardi Visits FCP Again

Florida Coastal Prep welcomes back Coach Paul Biancardi, ESPN's National Director of Recruiting, for his second visit to the academy....

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NBA Champion Shares Insight on Life and Hoops
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NBA Champion Shares Insight on Life and Hoops

Mike Dunlap, an NBA and collegiate coach with over 40 years of experience, visited Florida Coastal Prep to share his...

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FCP Falls Short at #7 Florida Southwestern College
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FCP Falls Short at #7 Florida Southwestern College

Florida Coastal Prep faced a challenging road matchup against nationally-ranked Florida Southwestern College at Suncoast Credit Union Arena.

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ESPN's Paul Biancardi Visits FCP
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ESPN's Paul Biancardi Visits FCP

Paul Biancardi, ESPN's National Director of Recruiting, visited Florida Coastal Prep to share his expertise with the program's athletes.

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West Florida Invitational Champions
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West Florida Invitational Champions

After finishing as runner-ups in 2020, the Spartans claimed the championship in 2021, winning the final in overtime.

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Former Spartan to Campbellsville University
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Former Spartan to Campbellsville University

Jordan Graham, a Class of 2019 Spartan Captain, committed to Campbellsville University in Kentucky, a traditional NAIA powerhouse.

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Spartan Spotlight: Terrian Roy
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Spartan Spotlight: Terrian Roy

This feature highlights Terrian Roy, a Class of 2021 guard standing 6'1" from Ville Platte, Louisiana, sharing his FCP experience...

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Nadav Naim Commits to D1 JUCO
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Nadav Naim Commits to D1 JUCO

Another athlete from Florida Coastal Prep's Class of 2022 has committed to college basketball. Nadav Naim, a 6'1 guard from...

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