Head Coach
Tim Miles
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Tim Marrion | Assistant Coach/Director of Operations | tim.marrion@sjsu.edu |
| Maurice Riddick | Assistant Coach | maurice.riddick@sjsu.edu |
| Jeff Strohm | Assistant Coach | jeff.strohm@sjsu.edu |
| Ed Gipson | Assistant Coach | ed.gipson@sjsu.edu |
| Jack Townsend | Assistant Coach/Video Coordinator | jack.townsend@sjsu.edu |
About San José State Spartans Basketball
San José State basketball competes in the Mountain West Conference, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major leagues featuring quality programs across the Western United States. Head coach Tim Miles brings extensive Division I experience and a commitment to developing players both on the court and in the classroom. The Spartans emphasize academic excellence within a rigorous conference that demands elite-level play night in and night out. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, San José State offers student-athletes access to outstanding educational resources and a vibrant campus community. Coach Miles' program prioritizes player development, championship culture, and preparing individuals for success beyond basketball. Recruits seeking a program that values education, competitive basketball, and genuine mentorship should consider reaching out to the coaching staff to learn how San José State can help them achieve their athletic and academic goals.
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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.