Head Coach
John Griffin III
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Branden McDonald | Assistant Coach | bm036@bucknell.edu |
| Jesse Flannery | Assistant Coach | jsf020@bucknell.edu |
| Tyler Simms | Assistant Coach | tjs036@bucknell.edu |
| Mike Walley | Assistant Coach | mw042@bucknell.edu |
| Justin McKenna | Director of Basketball Performance | jm100@bucknell.edu |
| Skylar Spitz-Roden | Assistant Athletic Trainer | sbs020@bucknell.edu |
About Bucknell Bison Basketball
Bucknell University basketball offers student-athletes an exceptional combination of rigorous academics and competitive Division I basketball in the Patriot League. Located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, the program competes in one of the most academically respected conferences in the nation, where athletic excellence goes hand-in-hand with world-class education. Head coach John Griffin III has built a program culture centered on discipline, development, and player empowerment. The Patriot League provides consistent high-level competition and postseason opportunity, creating an environment where players can compete for conference titles and NCAA tournament bids. Bucknell's blend of challenging academic resources, personal coaching attention, and competitive basketball makes it an attractive destination for serious student-athletes. Players interested in playing Division I basketball while earning a prestigious degree should reach out to Coach Griffin's staff to discuss how they can contribute to the program's continued success.
Net price
$50,021/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
85%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
3,876
Below D1 median (9,019)
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $17,578 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $24,370 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $27,496 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $34,392 / year
- $110,001+
- $67,428 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,876
- Average net price
- $50,021 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $70,576 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $70,576 / year
- Graduation rate
- 85%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Muscala | 76ers, Hawks, Thunder | — |
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Location Washington, DC | Enrollment 7,266 | Avg. net price $41,302 |
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Boston University
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Location Boston, MA | Enrollment 18,248 | Avg. net price $36,503 |
Bucknell
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Location Lewisburg, PA | Enrollment 3,876 | Avg. net price $50,021 |
Colgate
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Location Hamilton, NY | Enrollment 3,180 | Avg. net price $29,409 |
Holy Cross
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Location Worcester, MA | Enrollment 3,106 | Avg. net price $38,829 |
Lafayette
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Location Easton, PA | Enrollment 2,757 | Avg. net price $35,879 |
Lehigh
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Location Bethlehem, PA | Enrollment 5,898 | Avg. net price $25,272 |
Loyola Maryland
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Location Baltimore, MD | Enrollment 3,869 | Avg. net price $34,082 |
Navy
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Location Annapolis, MD | Enrollment 4,474 | Avg. net price — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bucknell D1?
Yes, Bucknell is an NCAA Division I program in the Patriot League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Bucknell men's basketball.
What conference is Bucknell in?
Bucknell competes in the Patriot League for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Bucknell?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $50,021 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Bucknell?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,876 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Bucknell?
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.