Head Coach
Rick Pitino
Program contact: Stephen Boateng, Graduate Assistant
stephen.boateng23@stjohns.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon Irving | Video Coordinator | irvingb@stjohns.edu |
| Stephen Boateng | Graduate Assistant | stephen.boateng23@stjohns.edu |
| Aidan Mansfield | Graduate Assistant | aidan.mansfield20@my.stjohns.edu |
About St. John's Red Storm Basketball
St. John's University basketball offers recruits a compelling blend of elite competition and academic rigor in the heart of New York City. Head coach Rick Pitino brings decades of championship-level experience to the Red Storm, establishing a program culture centered on winning and developing complete student-athletes. Competing in the Big East Conference places players against top national talent night in and night out, preparing them for professional basketball while they earn degrees from a prestigious Catholic institution. The program's location in Manhattan provides unmatched visibility, resources, and networking opportunities that extend beyond the court. Recruits interested in playing meaningful minutes for a storied program with championship aspirations, while pursuing education at an academically respected university, should contact the St. John's coaching staff to discuss how they fit into the Red Storm's vision for sustained success.
Net price
$24,508/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
69%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
9,477
Above 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
- $20,629 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $22,186 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $23,384 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $27,196 / year
- $110,001+
- $30,205 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 9,477
- Average net price
- $24,508 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $55,640 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $55,640 / 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
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Program history
2
Final Fours
1952, 1985
3
NIT titles
1943, 1944, 1989
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Zuby Ejiofor | Hawks | Rookie |
| Mark Jackson | Knicks, Raptors, Warriors, Rockets, Nuggets, Pacers, Jazz, Clippers | — |
| Shelton Jones | 76ers, Warriors, Spurs | — |
| Billy Paultz | Spurs, Hawks, Rockets, Jazz, Nets | — |
| Gerald Calabrese | 76ers | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is St. John's D1?
Yes, St. John's is an NCAA Division I program in the Big East. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for St. John's men's basketball.
What conference is St. John's in?
St. John's competes in the Big East for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at St. John's?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $24,508 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at St. John's?
College Scorecard reports approximately 9,477 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to St. John's?
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.
The Commitment St. John's Red Storm Respects
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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.