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St. Bonaventure Bonnies Men's Basketball

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St. Bonaventure

Bonnies · Men's Basketball

Mike MacDonald

Head Coach

Full staff (6)

Akbar Waheed

Assistant Coach

Email

Clive Bentick

Assistant Coach

Email

Nick Fruscio

Assistant Coach

Email

Nick MacDonald

Director of Player Development

Email

Tommy Kelly

Graduate Assistant

Email

Matt Pappano

Assistant Athletic Director for Men's Basketball Operations

Email

Head Coach

Mike MacDonald

mmacdonald@sbu.edu

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.

NameRoleEmail
Mike MacDonald Head Coach mmacdonald@sbu.edu
Akbar Waheed Assistant Coach awaheed@sbu.edu
Clive Bentick Assistant Coach cbentick@sbu.edu
Nick Fruscio Assistant Coach nfruscio@sbu.edu
Nick MacDonald Director of Player Development nmacdonald@sbu.edu
Tommy Kelly Graduate Assistant kellytw25@bonaventure.edu
Matt Pappano Assistant Athletic Director for Men's Basketball Operations mpappano@sbu.edu

About St. Bonaventure Bonnies Basketball

St. Bonaventure University offers a distinctive combination of athletic excellence and academic rigor in the heart of Western New York. Head Coach MacDonald Schmidt has built a program known for developing players who thrive both on the court and in the classroom at this Franciscan institution. Competing in the competitive Atlantic 10 Conference, the Bonnies provide recruits with significant exposure against quality opponents while maintaining a strong emphasis on education and personal development. The program cultivates a culture centered on hard work, team-oriented basketball, and community engagement. St. Bonaventure attracts players seeking a mid-major platform where they can earn meaningful playing time and compete at a high level. Prospective recruits interested in joining a program that prioritizes basketball success alongside academic achievement should reach out to Coach MacDonald's staff to learn how they can contribute to the Bonnies' mission.

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Net price

$27,673/yr

Above D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

69%

Above D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

2,012

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.

Average net price after aid, compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$16,626 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$16,567 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$23,890 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$31,722 / year
$110,001+
$31,249 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
2,012
Average net price
$27,673 / year
Published tuition (in-state)
$43,505 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$43,505 / year
Graduation rate
69%

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 St. Bonaventure Bonnies camp or visit schedule.

One NCAA 2026-27 calendar for every D1 program. Dates checked against the NCAA calendar on Nov 8, 2026. NCAA calendar updated Jul 30, 2026. View the NCAA calendar (PDF)

Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.

Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.

Program history

1

Final Fours

1970

1

NIT titles

1977

Source: Wikipedia

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Notable NBA/pro alumni

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
J.R. Bremer Celtics, Warriors, Cavaliers —
Lajae Jones Warriors Rookie
Mark Jones Nets 1983
Ken Murray Warriors, Pistons —
Andrew Nicholson Magic 2012–2016

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

Atlantic 10 Teams

Atlantic 10 men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Davidson View program → Location Davidson, NC Enrollment 1,867 Avg. net price $15,060
Dayton View program → Location Dayton, OH Enrollment 7,682 Avg. net price $30,366
Duquesne View program → Location Pittsburgh, PA Enrollment 5,350 Avg. net price $37,704
Fordham View program → Location Bronx, NY Enrollment 10,512 Avg. net price $42,760
George Mason View program → Location Fairfax, VA Enrollment 27,752 Avg. net price $14,697
George Washington View program → Location Washington, DC Enrollment 11,182 Avg. net price $35,760
La Salle View program → Location Philadelphia, PA Enrollment 1,953 Avg. net price $19,758
Loyola Chicago View program → Location Chicago, IL Enrollment 11,737 Avg. net price $36,340
Rhode Island View program → Location Kingston, RI Enrollment 13,381 Avg. net price $22,469
Richmond View program → Location Richmond, VA Enrollment 2,980 Avg. net price $34,256
Saint Joseph's View program → Location Philadelphia, PA Enrollment 4,948 Avg. net price $33,840
Saint Louis View program → Location St. Louis, MO Enrollment 7,267 Avg. net price $29,674
St. Bonaventure View program → Location Saint Bonaventure, NY Enrollment 2,012 Avg. net price $27,673
VCU View program → Location Richmond, VA Enrollment 20,753 Avg. net price $25,037
All Atlantic 10 Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Bonaventure D1?

Yes, St. Bonaventure is an NCAA Division I program in the Atlantic 10. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for St. Bonaventure men's basketball.

What conference is St. Bonaventure in?

St. Bonaventure competes in the Atlantic 10 for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at St. Bonaventure?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $27,673 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at St. Bonaventure?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,012 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to St. Bonaventure?

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.

St. Bonaventure Bonnies Is Within Reach: If You're Ready

The difference between a player who gets offered by a D1 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when St. Bonaventure Bonnies's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.

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.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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