Head Coach
Russell Turner
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Turner | Head Coach | ucimbb@uci.edu |
| Ali Ton | Assistant Coach | tonac@uci.edu |
| Nick Booker | Assistant Coach | nbooker@uci.edu |
| Patrick Scully | Assistant Coach | pscully@uci.edu |
| Julius Smith | Assistant Coach | julius1@uci.edu |
| Brady Boznanski | Assistant Coach | bboznans@uci.edu |
| Mari Johnston | Assistant Athletic Director - Academic & Student Services | myacoubi@uci.edu |
| Brad Greene | Sports Performance Coach | greenebt@uci.edu |
About UC Irvine Anteaters Basketball
UC Irvine basketball competes in the Big West Conference, one of the nation's mid-major leagues featuring competitive Division I programs. Located in Orange County, California, the Anteaters play in a strong academic environment at a University of California school known for rigorous academics and excellent student support services. Head coach Russell Turner has built a program emphasizing basketball fundamentals, defensive intensity, and player development. The program combines a serious winning culture with genuine commitment to education, preparing players for success both on the court and beyond. UC Irvine offers student-athletes the opportunity to compete at a high collegiate level while maintaining the standards and resources of a top-tier research university. High school prospects interested in playing meaningful minutes at a respected program should reach out to Coach Turner and his staff to learn more about what UC Irvine basketball can offer.
Net price
$13,866/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
87%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
30,197
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
- $6,160 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,609 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $9,897 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $14,658 / year
- $110,001+
- $30,831 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 30,197
- Average net price
- $13,866 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $16,235 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $53,837 / year
- Graduation rate
- 87%
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 UC Irvine Anteaters camp or visit schedule.
Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.
Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Thornton | Knicks, 76ers, Wizards, Timberwolves, Jazz | — |
| Ronnie Grandison | Celtics, Hornets, Knicks, Heat, Hawks | 1988–1996 |
| Tom Tolbert | Magic, Warriors, Hornets, Clippers | 1992–1993 |
| Wayne Englestad | Nuggets | — |
| Ben McDonald | Warriors | 1986–1989 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is UC Irvine D1?
Yes, UC Irvine is an NCAA Division I program in the Big West. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for UC Irvine men's basketball.
What conference is UC Irvine in?
UC Irvine competes in the Big West for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at UC Irvine?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $13,866 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at UC Irvine?
College Scorecard reports approximately 30,197 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to UC Irvine?
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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.