Head Coach
Jim Christian
Program contact: Scott Galst, Assistant Coach
galsts@canisius.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Scott Galst | Assistant Coach | galsts@canisius.edu |
| Brandon Brown | Graduate Assistant | brown403@canisius.edu |
| Kristen Saviola | Basketball Staff | saviolak@canisius.edu |
About Canisius Golden Griffins Basketball
Canisius basketball competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, one of the Northeast's most competitive mid-major leagues featuring programs with strong basketball traditions. Head coach Jim Christian brings substantial NCAA Division I experience and a commitment to developing players both on the court and in the classroom. Located in Buffalo, New York, Canisius offers student-athletes an excellent academic environment within a Jesuit institution known for rigorous academics and personal development. The program emphasizes a winning culture built on discipline, teamwork, and accountability. Players benefit from professional coaching, quality conference competition, and the opportunity to play meaningful basketball at the mid-major level. Recruits serious about competing against strong opponents while earning a valuable Jesuit education should reach out to Coach Christian's staff to learn how Canisius can provide the right fit for their basketball and academic goals.
Net price
$18,178/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
61%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
1,685
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
- $11,897 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $15,328 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $18,400 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,380 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,327 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,685
- Average net price
- $18,178 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $35,880 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $35,880 / year
- Graduation rate
- 61%
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
NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a Canisius Golden Griffins camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Quinlan | Kings | — |
| Mike Smrek | Lakers, Bulls, Warriors, Spurs, Clippers | — |
| Johnny McCarthy | Hawks, Celtics, Clippers | 1958–1964 |
| Charles Jordan | Pacers | 1975–1976 |
| Herm Hedderick | Knicks | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Canisius D1?
Yes, Canisius is an NCAA Division I program in the MAAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Canisius men's basketball.
What conference is Canisius in?
Canisius competes in the MAAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Canisius?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,178 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Canisius?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,685 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Canisius?
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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.