Head Coach
Chris Markwood
Program contact: Pete Gash, Assistant Coach
peter.gash@maine.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Pete Gash | Assistant Coach | peter.gash@maine.edu |
| Jordon Bronner | Assistant Coach | jordon.bronner@maine.edu |
| Tommy Freeman | Assistant Coach | thomas.freeman@maine.edu |
About Maine Black Bears Basketball
The University of Maine Black Bears compete in the America East Conference, offering student-athletes a competitive Division I basketball experience in a tight-knit community setting. Head coach Chris Markwood leads a program committed to developing well-rounded players who excel both on the court and in the classroom. Maine provides excellent academic resources and support services designed to help athletes succeed in their studies while competing at a high level. The America East Conference delivers consistent, quality basketball competition that prepares players for professional opportunities. The Black Bears program emphasizes a strong team culture built on discipline, hard work, and accountability. Recruits interested in playing Division I basketball in an environment that prioritizes genuine student-athlete development should reach out to Coach Markwood's staff to learn how Maine can help them achieve their athletic and academic goals.
Net price
$17,224/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
57%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
8,496
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
- $13,222 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $12,893 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,468 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,513 / year
- $110,001+
- $22,823 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 8,496
- Average net price
- $17,224 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $13,760 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $37,910 / year
- Graduation rate
- 57%
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 Maine Black Bears camp or visit schedule.
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
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Clifford | Hornets | — |
| Jim Boylen | Bulls | — |
| Rick Carlisle | Knicks, Celtics, Mavericks, Pistons, Pacers, Nets | — |
| Jeff Cross | Clippers | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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America East Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Binghamton
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Location Binghamton, NY | Enrollment 14,655 | Avg. net price $20,907 |
Bryant
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Location Smithfield, RI | Enrollment 3,194 | Avg. net price $39,186 |
Maine
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Location Orono, ME | Enrollment 8,496 | Avg. net price $17,224 |
New Hampshire
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Location Durham, NH | Enrollment 11,261 | Avg. net price $26,150 |
NJIT
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Location Newark, NJ | Enrollment 9,019 | Avg. net price $18,783 |
UAlbany
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Location Albany, NY | Enrollment 12,564 | Avg. net price $18,266 |
UMass Lowell
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Location Lowell, MA | Enrollment 11,434 | Avg. net price $17,362 |
UMBC
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Location Baltimore, MD | Enrollment 10,701 | Avg. net price $25,203 |
Vermont
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Location Burlington, VT | Enrollment 11,743 | Avg. net price $20,277 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maine D1?
Yes, Maine is an NCAA Division I program in the America East. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Maine men's basketball.
What conference is Maine in?
Maine competes in the America East for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Maine?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,224 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 Maine?
College Scorecard reports approximately 8,496 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Maine?
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.