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Creighton Bluejays Men's Basketball

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Creighton

Bluejays · Men's Basketball

Steve Merfeld

Head Coach

Full staff (6)

Derek Kellogg

Assistant Coach

Email

Trey Zeigler

Assistant Coach

Email

Mike Nesbitt

Assistant Coach

Email

Jeff Vanderloo

Director of Operations

Email

Geoffrey Groselle

Graduate Assistant

Email

Malik Garner

Graduate Assistant

Email

Head Coach

Alan Huss

stevemerfeld@creighton.edu

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
Steve Merfeld Head Coach stevemerfeld@creighton.edu
Jeremy Anderson Head Coach jeremyanderson@creighton.edu
Derek Kellogg Assistant Coach dkkellogg@creighton.edu
Trey Zeigler Assistant Coach treyzeigler@creighton.edu
Mike Nesbitt Assistant Coach mikenesbitt@creighton.edu
Jeff Vanderloo Director of Operations jeffvanderloo@creighton.edu
Geoffrey Groselle Graduate Assistant geoffreygroselle@creighton.edu
Malik Garner Graduate Assistant malikgarner@creighton.edu

About Creighton Bluejays Basketball

Creighton University's men's basketball program, located in Omaha, Nebraska, competes at the highest level of college basketball in the competitive Big East Conference. Head Coach Huss McDermott has established a program known for developing NBA talent while maintaining a strong commitment to academic excellence. The Bluejays play in one of the nation's toughest conferences, providing daily competition that prepares players for professional opportunities. Creighton offers student-athletes a balanced experience combining rigorous academics with elite-level basketball training. The program emphasizes player development, basketball IQ, and a winning culture built on discipline and teamwork. Recruits interested in joining a prestigious Big East program with a proven track record of success and NBA placement should reach out to Coach Huss's staff. Creighton provides a pathway for serious basketball players seeking both academic credentials and competitive advancement at the highest collegiate level.

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Net price

$32,456/yr

Above D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

83%

Above D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

4,348

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, compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$22,787 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$23,888 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$24,431 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$27,599 / year
$110,001+
$36,758 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
4,348
Average net price
$32,456 / year
Published tuition (in-state)
$50,960 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$50,960 / year
Graduation rate
83%

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 Creighton Bluejays 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.

Program history

Naismith Hall of Fame coaches

Source: Wikipedia

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

Notable NBA/pro alumni

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
Paul Silas Suns, Celtics, Nuggets 1969–1977
Justin Patton Thunder —
Kevin McKenna Lakers, Pacers —
Alex Stivrins Hawks, Bucks, Clippers, Suns 1992–1993
Bob Portman Warriors 1969–1973

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

Big East Teams

Big East men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Butler View program → Location Indianapolis, IN Enrollment 4,317 Avg. net price $37,499
Creighton View program → Location Omaha, NE Enrollment 4,348 Avg. net price $32,456
DePaul View program → Location Chicago, IL Enrollment 14,090 Avg. net price $27,308
Georgetown View program → Location Washington, DC Enrollment 7,569 Avg. net price $33,661
Marquette View program → Location Milwaukee, WI Enrollment 7,660 Avg. net price $30,561
Providence View program → Location Providence, RI Enrollment 4,229 Avg. net price $49,594
Seton Hall View program → Location Newark, NJ Enrollment 6,036 Avg. net price $31,552
St. John's View program → Location Queens, NY Enrollment 9,477 Avg. net price $24,508
UConn View program → Location Storrs, CT Enrollment 19,835 Avg. net price $24,342
Villanova View program → Location Villanova, PA Enrollment 6,938 Avg. net price $41,536
Xavier View program → Location Cincinnati, OH Enrollment 4,207 Avg. net price $31,905
All Big East Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Creighton D1?

Yes, Creighton is an NCAA Division I program in the Big East. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Creighton men's basketball.

What conference is Creighton in?

Creighton competes in the Big East for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Creighton?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $32,456 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at Creighton?

College Scorecard reports approximately 4,348 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Creighton?

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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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