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.
Net price
$7,815/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
97%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
5,709
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
- $30,001–$48,000
- $795 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $1,346 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $4,761 / year
- $110,001+
- $38,927 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 5,709
- Average net price
- $7,815 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $65,510 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $65,510 / year
- Graduation rate
- 97%
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 Princeton Tigers camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Program history
1
Final Fours
1965
1
NIT titles
1975
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Taylor | Nuggets, Kings, Nets, Clippers | — |
| Bud Palmer | Knicks | — |
| John Hummer | Bulls | — |
| Geoff Petrie | Trail Blazers | 1970–1976 |
| Ted Manakas | Knicks | 1973–1974 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Princeton D1?
Yes, Princeton is an NCAA Division I program in the Ivy League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Princeton men's basketball.
What conference is Princeton in?
Princeton competes in the Ivy League for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Princeton?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,815 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Princeton?
College Scorecard reports approximately 5,709 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Princeton?
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.