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Cleveland State Vikings Men's Basketball

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Cleveland State

Vikings · Men's Basketball

Rob Summers

Head Coach

Full staff (6)

Frank Young

Associate Head Coach

Email

Michael Hunter

Assistant Coach

Email

Casey Perrin

Assistant Coach

Email

Dalon King

Assistant Coach

Email

Danny Karliak

Director of Operations

Email

Jessica Livermore

Assistant Academic Coach, Athletics

Email

Head Coach

Rob Summers

Program contact: Frank Young, Associate Head Coach f.young80@csuohio.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.

NameRoleEmail
Frank Young Associate Head Coach f.young80@csuohio.edu
Michael Hunter Assistant Coach m.a.hunter1@csuohio.edu
Casey Perrin Assistant Coach c.perrin68@csuohio.edu
Dalon King Assistant Coach d.a.king14@csuohio.edu
Danny Karliak Director of Operations d.n.karliak@csuohio.edu
Jessica Livermore Assistant Academic Coach, Athletics j.livermore@csuohio.edu

About Cleveland State Vikings Basketball

Cleveland State University men's basketball competes in the Horizon League, a mid-major conference that provides competitive Division I basketball and exposure to professional scouts. Located in downtown Cleveland, the Vikings program combines rigorous academics with serious basketball development under head coach Rob Summers. The university offers a strong academic environment where student-athletes can pursue meaningful degrees while competing at the collegiate level. The Horizon League provides consistent competition and the opportunity to play meaningful games throughout the season. Coach Summers has built a program culture emphasizing player development, basketball fundamentals, and accountability. Recruits who value a balance between academics and athletics, along with honest coaching and a path to playing time, should consider reaching out to the Cleveland State coaching staff to learn how they can contribute to the Vikings program.

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Net price

$13,754/yr

Below D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

51%

Below D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

8,969

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.

Average net price after aid (in-state), compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$10,230 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$13,389 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$19,883 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$17,297 / year
$110,001+
$16,567 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
8,969
Average net price
$13,754 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$13,262 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$18,946 / year
Graduation rate
51%

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 Cleveland State Vikings camp or visit schedule.

One NCAA 2026-27 calendar for every D1 program. Dates checked against the NCAA calendar on Nov 8, 2026. NCAA calendar updated Jul 30, 2026. View the NCAA calendar (PDF)

Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.

Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.

Notable NBA/pro alumni

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
Jim Les Kings, Hawks, Clippers 1990–1994
Franklin Edwards 76ers, Kings, Clippers —
Bryn Forbes Spurs —
Darren Tillis Celtics, Warriors, Cavaliers —
Norris Cole Heat, Pelicans —

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Horizon League Teams

Horizon League men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Cleveland State View program → Location Cleveland, OH Enrollment 8,969 Avg. net price $13,754
Detroit Mercy View program → Location Detroit, MI Enrollment 2,438 Avg. net price $13,469
Green Bay View program → Location Ashwaubenon, WI Enrollment 6,341 Avg. net price $12,211
IU Indianapolis View program → Location Indianapolis, IN Enrollment 13,830 Avg. net price $9,479
Milwaukee View program → Location Milwaukee, WI Enrollment 16,758 Avg. net price $15,625
Northern Kentucky View program → Location Highland Heights, KY Enrollment 8,246 Avg. net price $8,976
Oakland View program → Location Rochester, MI Enrollment 12,351 Avg. net price $11,815
Purdue Fort Wayne View program → Location Fort Wayne, IN Enrollment 5,484 Avg. net price $12,471
Robert Morris View program → Location Moon Township, PA Enrollment 2,896 Avg. net price $21,445
Wright State View program → Location Dayton, OH Enrollment 6,762 Avg. net price $13,715
Youngstown State View program → Location Youngstown, OH Enrollment 7,961 Avg. net price $9,161
All Horizon League programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cleveland State D1?

Yes, Cleveland State is an NCAA Division I program in the Horizon League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Cleveland State men's basketball.

What conference is Cleveland State in?

Cleveland State competes in the Horizon League for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Cleveland State?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $13,754 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at Cleveland State?

College Scorecard reports approximately 8,969 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Cleveland State?

Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.

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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.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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