Head Coach
Dru Joyce III
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dru Joyce III | Head Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Rick McFadden | Assistant Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Julian Sullinger | Assistant Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Jordan Talley | Assistant Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Ari Stern | Assistant Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Chase Goldstein | Assistant Coach | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Darik Artis | Director of Operations | mensbasketball@duq.edu |
| Brayden Valladares | Graduate Assistant | valladaresb@duq.edu |
About Duquesne Dukes Basketball
Duquesne University basketball offers recruits a compelling combination of rigorous academics and competitive Division I basketball in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the program competes against quality opponents while maintaining the university's strong commitment to student-athlete development. Head Coach Dru Joyce III has established a culture centered on discipline, hard work, and character development both on and off the court. Recruits benefit from world-class facilities, experienced coaching, and a supportive fan base in a vibrant college town. The Atlantic 10 provides consistent mid-major competition that prepares players for professional opportunities. Duquesne attracts student-athletes who value education and want to develop as complete basketball players within a program that prioritizes integrity. High school players interested in this blend of academic excellence and competitive basketball should reach out to Coach Joyce's staff to learn how they can contribute to the Dukes' mission.
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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 2026-08-13.