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From FCP to the NBA: Nathan Mariano's Pro Journey
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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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How to Get Noticed by College Scouts
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How to Get Noticed by College Scouts
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
Top JUCO Basketball Conferences Where College Coaches Actually Recruit
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Top JUCO Basketball Conferences Where College Coaches Actually Recruit
Best JUCO Basketball Programs for Post-Grad Players in 2026
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Best JUCO Basketball Programs for Post-Grad Players in 2026
6 Biggest Mistakes Players Make When Contacting College Coaches
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6 Biggest Mistakes Players Make When Contacting College Coaches

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8 Steps Every Post-Grad Player Must Take to Get D1 Offers
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8 Steps Every Post-Grad Player Must Take to Get D1 Offers
10 Best JUCO Basketball Programs That Send Players to D1 in 2026
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10 Best JUCO Basketball Programs That Send Players to D1 in 2026
NAIA vs JUCO Basketball: Which Path is Right for You?
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NAIA vs JUCO Basketball: Which Path is Right for You?
FCP vs IMG vs DME Academy: Which Prep School Is Right for You?
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FCP vs IMG vs DME Academy: Which Prep School Is Right for You?

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DME Academy vs Florida Coastal Prep — Which Is Better?
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DME Academy vs Florida Coastal Prep — Which Is Better?

Comparing two of Florida's top prep basketball programs. Here's how DME Academy and Florida Coastal Prep stack up on coaching,...

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FCP College Placement Report: Where Our Athletes Sign
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FCP College Placement Report: Where Our Athletes Sign

A breakdown of Florida Coastal Prep's college placements by year and division — real names, real schools, real results from...

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Best Basketball Prep Schools in 2026: Programs Compared
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Best Basketball Prep Schools in 2026: Programs Compared

An honest comparison of the top basketball prep schools — IMG Academy, Montverde, Brewster, SPIRE, Link Academy, and Florida Coastal...

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How to Get a Basketball Scholarship: What Coaches Actually Look For
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How to Get a Basketball Scholarship: What Coaches Actually Look For

The real requirements for earning a basketball scholarship at every level — D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO. From a...

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Why Post-Grad Basketball in Florida Is the Smart Move
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Why Post-Grad Basketball in Florida Is the Smart Move

For basketball players who need more time to develop before college, a post-grad year in Florida offers the perfect combination...

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Kenny Anderson at Florida Coastal Prep 2025
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Kenny Anderson at Florida Coastal Prep 2025

Summer basketball camps at Florida Coastal Prep give players the rare opportunity to train under NBA legend Kenny Anderson.

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Florida Coastal Prep: Complete Guide to FCP's Program
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Florida Coastal Prep: Complete Guide to FCP's Program

Florida Coastal Prep is a basketball academy in Fort Walton Beach offering high school and post-grad programs under the guidance...

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Best Basketball Prep Schools in Florida: Why FCP Stands Out
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Best Basketball Prep Schools in Florida: Why FCP Stands Out

Choosing the right basketball prep school can define a player's path to college. Here is what to look for in...

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The Academic Side of Recruiting: What Eligibility Officers Check
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The Academic Side of Recruiting: What Eligibility Officers Check

Most players don't think about NCAA eligibility until it's too late to fix. Here's what the Eligibility Center actually evaluates...

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How to Get Recruited for College Basketball: The Complete Guide
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How to Get Recruited for College Basketball: The Complete Guide

Step-by-step recruiting guide covering timelines, film, academics, camps, coach contact, and how prep programs like FCP help players earn offers....

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What Our Players Do in the Gym That Most Programs Skip
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What Our Players Do in the Gym That Most Programs Skip

In 14 years in the NBA, I watched what separated the players who stuck from the players who didn't. At...

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Why Florida Is the Best State for Post-Grad Basketball
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Why Florida Is the Best State for Post-Grad Basketball

I've run basketball programs in different parts of the country. Here's why I built FCP in Florida — and why...

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Basketball Recruiting Timeline: Year-by-Year Guide
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Basketball Recruiting Timeline: Year-by-Year Guide

Most players miss their recruiting window not because they lack talent — but because they don't know the timeline. Here's...

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What Is a Basketball Boarding School? A Parent's Guide
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What Is a Basketball Boarding School? A Parent's Guide

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
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Train Like a Pro Before College: The New Standard

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 to Do
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Why Older Players Win the Transfer Portal and What to Do

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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Hikaru Awata Commits to Troy University (Sun Belt D1)
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Hikaru Awata Commits to Troy University (Sun Belt D1)

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 (Big South D1)
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Brock Rose Commits to Radford University (Big South 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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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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ESPN's Paul Biancardi Visits Florida Coastal Prep
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ESPN's Paul Biancardi 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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College Basketball Is a Pro Sport Now. Is Your Player Ready?
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College Basketball Is a Pro Sport Now. 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?
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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
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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-Grad Basketball at FCP: Seven Seasons, D1 Results
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Post-Grad Basketball at FCP: Seven Seasons, D1 Results

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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Brandon Maclin Earns Big East Honor Roll as DePaul Chases History
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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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IMG vs DME vs Montverde: Honest Basketball Comparison
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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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NAIA Basketball Scholarships: What They Are and How to Get One
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NAIA Basketball Scholarships: What They Are and How to Get One

NAIA basketball scholarships operate differently than NCAA awards — and most players don't understand the rules until it's too late....

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FCP Coastal Falls to Montverde Academy Gold 51-59 — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Coastal Falls to Montverde Academy Gold 51-59 — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Coastal team dropped a 51-59 decision at Montverde Academy Gold on Monday, closing out a difficult February...

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FCP Sunshine Falls to BCAT Black 66–62 on the Road
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FCP Sunshine Falls to BCAT Black 66–62 on the Road

BCAT Black held off FCP's Sunshine squad 66–62 in a four-point SIAA road loss on February 8.

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FCP Coastal Falls 48-56 at BCAT Black — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Coastal Falls 48-56 at BCAT Black — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Coastal team dropped a 48-56 road decision at BCAT Black on Sunday, held to its lowest scoring...

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FCP National Falls to Balboa School 80–75 on the Road
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FCP National Falls to Balboa School 80–75 on the Road

Balboa School edged FCP's National squad 80–75 in a tight road loss — FCP trailed by five at the final...

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FCP National Edges Victory Rock 81–77 in Road Battle
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FCP National Edges Victory Rock 81–77 in Road Battle

A four-point road win over Victory Rock required every minute — the National squad held on late to close out...

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FCP National Rolls Past Potters House 72–54 on the Road
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FCP National Rolls Past Potters House 72–54 on the Road

The National squad cruised to a comfortable road win over Potters House, posting a 72–54 margin in SIAA play.

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FCP Sunshine Survives 212 Academy on Last-Second Winner, 82-80 — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Sunshine Survives 212 Academy on Last-Second Winner, 82-80 — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team needed a last-second basket to survive 212 Academy 82-80 at home Thursday, completing a thrilling...

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FCP Sunshine Wins on the Road at Southland Christian 69-60 — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Sunshine Wins on the Road at Southland Christian 69-60 — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team extended its unbeaten record with a 69-60 road win at Southland Christian, its fifth win...

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FCP Sunshine Rolls Past Specially Fit Academy 101-27 at Home — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Sunshine Rolls Past Specially Fit Academy 101-27 at Home — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team turned in its most dominant performance of the season Saturday, routing Specially Fit Academy 101-27...

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FCP National Dominates Specially Fit 61-32 at Home — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP National Dominates Specially Fit 61-32 at Home — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's National team produced a dominant home performance Saturday, shutting down Specially Fit 61-32 in a comprehensive defensive...

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FCP Coastal Handles Specially Fit 80-46 at Home — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Coastal Handles Specially Fit 80-46 at Home — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Coastal team produced a thorough 80-46 home victory over Specially Fit on Saturday, dominating on both ends...

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What Is a Post-Grad Year in Basketball? An Eligibility Guide
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What Is a Post-Grad Year in Basketball? An Eligibility Guide

A post-grad year is one of the most misunderstood options in basketball development. Here's the honest answer on who it's...

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FCP National Drops Road Contest at ACF 53-79 — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP National Drops Road Contest at ACF 53-79 — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's National team suffered a 53-79 road defeat at ACF on Tuesday, a 26-point loss that the coaching...

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FCP National Falls 80-87 at DME in Tight Road Battle — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP National Falls 80-87 at DME in Tight Road Battle — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's National team dropped an 80-87 decision on the road at DME Academy, a seven-point loss in a...

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FCP Coastal Edges DME Gold 82-80 on the Road — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Coastal Edges DME Gold 82-80 on the Road — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Coastal team outlasted DME Gold 82-80 in a road thriller on Saturday, earning one of its most...

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How to Email a College Basketball Coach: Templates That Work
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How to Email a College Basketball Coach: Templates That Work

Most recruiting emails get deleted in seconds. As a coach who receives dozens every week, I'll show you exactly what...

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FCP Sunshine Wins at Balboa School 62-50 — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Sunshine Wins at Balboa School 62-50 — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team handled Balboa School 62-50 on the road in December, picking up a solid away win...

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D1 vs D2 vs D3 Basketball: What Every Recruit Should Know
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D1 vs D2 vs D3 Basketball: What Every Recruit Should Know

After 25 years placing players at every level, I can tell you what most recruiting services won't: D1 is not...

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FCP Sunshine Holds Off BCAT Orange 80-76 in Home Thriller — Game Recap
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FCP Sunshine Holds Off BCAT Orange 80-76 in Home Thriller — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team survived a late push from BCAT Orange to close out an 80-76 home win in...

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FCP National Grinds Out 53-47 Road Win Over CPCA — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP National Grinds Out 53-47 Road Win Over CPCA — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's National team rebounded from an early-season loss to earn a hard-fought 53-47 road victory over CPCA on...

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FCP National Falls 51-93 at SE Prep in Early Season Road Test — Game Recap
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FCP National Falls 51-93 at SE Prep in Early Season Road Test — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's National team dropped a 51-93 decision on the road at SE Prep in an early November contest...

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FCP Sunshine Tops IMG Academy 81-55 in Season Opener — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Sunshine Tops IMG Academy 81-55 in Season Opener — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Sunshine team opened its 2025-26 campaign with a commanding 81-55 home win over nationally recognized IMG Academy....

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FCP Coastal Opens Season With Home Win Over IMG Academy — Game Recap
Game Recap

FCP Coastal Opens Season With Home Win Over IMG Academy — Game Recap

Florida Coastal Prep's Coastal team posted a home victory over IMG Academy in its season opener, beginning the 2025-26 SIAA...

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What Does JUCO Stand For? 10 Recruiting Terms for Parents
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What Does JUCO Stand For? 10 Recruiting Terms for Parents

Parents call me confused about recruiting terms every week. Here's the glossary every basketball family needs from day one —...

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JUCO to D1: The Transfer Path More Players Should Know About
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JUCO to D1: The Transfer Path More Players Should Know About

The JUCO-to-D1 path is one of the most traveled roads in college basketball — and one of the least understood....

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The Basketball Recruiting Calendar: What to Do Every Month
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The Basketball Recruiting Calendar: What to Do Every Month

NCAA recruiting windows open and close on a fixed schedule. Most players don't know that schedule — and they pay...

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NJCAA D1 vs D2 vs D3: What Each Level Means for You
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NJCAA D1 vs D2 vs D3: What Each Level Means for You

I've seen players waste two years at the wrong NJCAA level. Here's how to evaluate which division fits your game,...

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Does JUCO Basketball Offer Full Scholarships?
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Does JUCO Basketball Offer Full Scholarships?

Not every JUCO program offers full scholarships — and most families don't find out until it's too late. Here's what...

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What College Basketball Coaches Actually Want in a Highlight Film
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What College Basketball Coaches Actually Want in a Highlight Film

I've been on both sides of this — as a D1 recruit, as an NBA player, and now as a...

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Best Basketball Prep Schools in Florida 2026
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Best Basketball Prep Schools in Florida 2026

Florida's best basketball prep schools have produced NBA picks, G-League pros, and hundreds of D1 commits. Compare FCP, Montverde, and...

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JUCO vs NAIA Basketball: Differences and Which Fits You
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JUCO vs NAIA Basketball: Differences and Which Fits You

As FCP's Academic Coordinator, I walk players through JUCO vs NAIA decisions every recruiting cycle. Here's the honest breakdown of...

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Gerald Gittens Jr.: Brooklyn Grit to a D1 Finish
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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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How to Get Recruited to Play College Basketball
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How to Get Recruited to Play College Basketball

Most players who don't get recruited aren't lacking talent — they're lacking a process. Here's the exact step-by-step approach I...

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What Is JUCO Basketball? A Coach's Complete Guide
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What Is JUCO Basketball? A Coach's Complete Guide

JUCO basketball is one of the most misunderstood paths in college sports. After 25+ years coaching players through this route,...

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Scholarships for Student-Athletes: A Complete Guide
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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
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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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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 Visits Florida Coastal Prep: Players Inspired
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Kenny Anderson Visits Florida Coastal Prep: Players Inspired

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

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Ring Malith's Rise: South Sudan to the NCAA Tournament
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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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What Is Kenny Anderson Doing Now? Coaching at FCP
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What Is Kenny Anderson Doing Now? Coaching at FCP

Kenny Anderson — former NBA All-Star, 14-year NBA veteran, and second overall pick in the 1991 draft — is coaching...

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From Bakersfield to the Big Sky: Jack Hatten's D1 Journey
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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 from Israel Commits to Palm Beach State JUCO
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Nadav Naim from Israel Commits to Palm Beach State 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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