Head Coach
Mitch Henderson
Program contact: Luke Gore, Recruiting Coordinator
lgore@princeton.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke Gore | Recruiting Coordinator | lgore@princeton.edu |
| Mary Bechler | Basketball Staff | mbechler@princeton.edu |
| Bryant Blount | Basketball Staff | blount@princeton.edu |
| Patrick Caddeau | Basketball Staff | caddeau@princeton.edu |
| Hal Feiveson | Basketball Staff | feiveson@princeton.edu |
| Eric Gregory | Basketball Staff | gregory@princeton.edu |
| Gene Grossman | Basketball Staff | grossman@princeton.edu |
| Kevin Kruse | Basketball Staff | kkruse@princeton.edu |
About Princeton Tigers Basketball
Princeton men's basketball offers student-athletes an exceptional combination of academic excellence and competitive basketball in the Ivy League. Located in New Jersey, the program competes at the highest level of NCAA Division I within a conference known for defensive intensity and experienced coaching. Head coach Mitch Henderson builds a culture emphasizing basketball fundamentals, defensive discipline, and player development while maintaining the rigorous academic standards Princeton demands. The program attracts disciplined athletes who thrive in a challenging environment where education and athletics receive equal emphasis. Recruits should consider reaching out to the coaching staff because Princeton provides opportunities to compete against some of the nation's best collegiate talent while earning degrees from one of the world's most prestigious universities. The program values character, commitment, and intelligence both on and off the court, making it an ideal destination for serious student-athletes seeking a transformative college experience.
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What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Princeton Tigers
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Princeton Tigers's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
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Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Princeton Tigers.
Your Eligibility for Princeton Tigers Starts Today
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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.