Head Coach
Dave Paulsen
Program contact: Ted Rawlings, Assistant Coach
trawlings@holycross.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ted Rawlings | Assistant Coach | trawlings@holycross.edu |
| Sydney Armand | Assistant Coach | sarmand@holycross.edu |
| Colin Richey | Assistant Coach | crichey@holycross.edu |
| Brady Antonopoulos | Assistant Coach | bantonopoulos@holycross.edu |
| Luke Osberg | Assistant Sports Performance Coach | losberg@holycross.edu |
About Holy Cross Crusaders Basketball
Holy Cross basketball competes in the competitive Patriot League, a conference known for developing skilled, fundamentally sound players who thrive at higher levels of basketball. Located in Worcester, Massachusetts, the Crusaders play in a rigorous academic environment where student-athletes balance their sport with world-class liberal arts education at a respected institution. Head coach Dave Paulsen brings extensive experience building winning cultures and developing talent, emphasizing defensive intensity and disciplined offensive execution. The program values character, work ethic, and academic achievement, creating a community where players grow both on and off the court. Holy Cross offers serious basketball players the opportunity to compete at a high level while earning a prestigious degree from an institution recognized for both athletic excellence and academic rigor. Interested recruits should reach out to learn how they might fit into the Crusaders' competitive program.
Net price
$38,829/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
86%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
3,106
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
- $9,931 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $5,164 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $18,565 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $24,516 / year
- $110,001+
- $58,649 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,106
- Average net price
- $38,829 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $68,090 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $68,090 / year
- Graduation rate
- 86%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Program history
1
NCAA titles
1947
2
Final Fours
1947, 1948
1
NIT titles
1954
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Mullaney | Celtics | — |
| George Kaftan | Knicks, Celtics | — |
| Dermie O'Connell | Celtics | — |
| Malcolm Miller | Raptors | 2017 |
| Kevin Stacom | Celtics, Bucks, Pacers | — |
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Location Worcester, MA | Enrollment 3,106 | Avg. net price $38,829 |
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Location Easton, PA | Enrollment 2,757 | Avg. net price $35,879 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Holy Cross D1?
Yes, Holy Cross is an NCAA Division I program in the Patriot League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Holy Cross men's basketball.
What conference is Holy Cross in?
Holy Cross competes in the Patriot League for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Holy Cross?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $38,829 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Holy Cross?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,106 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Holy Cross?
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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.