Head Coach
Johnny Tauer
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Johnny Tauer | Head Coach | tauer@stthomas.edu |
| Mike Maker | Associate Head Coach | mike.maker@stthomas.edu |
| Cameron Rundles | Assistant Coach | cameron.rundles@stthomas.edu |
| Riley Miller | Assistant Coach | mill7827@stthomas.edu |
| Josh Rodenbiker | Director of Operations | rodenbiker@stthomas.edu |
| Andrew Haldeman | Athletic Trainer | hald5894@stthomas.edu |
| Cortez Robinson | Director of Equipment | robi1287@stthomas.edu |
| Alli Barthel | Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning | bart2506@stthomas.edu |
| Keturah Cox | Associate Director of Academic Support Services for Athletics | kcox@stthomas.edu |
| Collin Boyles | Associate Director of Athletic Communications | collin.boyles@stthomas.edu |
| Tom McGinnis | Deputy Director of Athletics, Internal Operations (Sport Administrator) | mcginnis@stthomas.edu |
About University of St. Thomas Basketball
St. Thomas plays competitive Division III basketball in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Head coach Johnny Tauer builds a program centered on player development and meaningful minutes, the kind of opportunities that shape careers. If you're looking for a place where you'll actually play and grow rather than redshirt for two years, this is worth serious consideration. The Tommies emphasize skill progression and basketball IQ. Tauer's system rewards players who understand spacing, ball movement, and defensive principles. You won't get lost in a huge rotation here. Depth matters, but so does your willingness to compete daily and improve. The program attracts steady, committed players who buy into the developmental approach rather than those expecting immediate stardom. St. Thomas offers a strong academic environment in the Twin Cities with genuine support for student-athletes balancing serious coursework and basketball. The MIAC is a legitimate conference with good parity and competitive depth. Games matter. Travel is manageable for a regional conference, and the campus culture values both athletic and academic achievement. This isn't a power-conference pipeline, and that's honest. It's a solid Division III program where consistent players earn valuable experience, develop real skills, and graduate with degree and basketball foundation intact. If you're a three-star prospect, a post-grad refining your game, or someone who values playing time and actual coaching over prestige, St. Thomas deserves your attention. The gap between a recruit who gets offers and one who doesn't is rarely talent alone, it's preparation. Florida Coastal Prep specializes in exactly that bridge year. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com or reach out via /contact/.
Net price
$31,532/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
74%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
6,245
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
- $0–$30,000
- $29,201 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $24,697 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $26,753 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $28,875 / year
- $110,001+
- $36,792 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 6,245
- Average net price
- $31,532 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $56,460 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $56,460 / year
- Graduation rate
- 74%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Notable NBA/pro alumni
- Dick Furey Packers
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Summit League Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Kansas City
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Location Kansas City, MO | Enrollment 6,817 | Avg. net price $13,778 |
North Dakota
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Location Grand Forks, ND | Enrollment 9,981 | Avg. net price $18,131 |
North Dakota State
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Location Fargo, ND | Enrollment 9,471 | Avg. net price $15,636 |
Omaha
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Location Omaha, NE | Enrollment 11,488 | Avg. net price $12,898 |
Oral Roberts
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Location Tulsa, OK | Enrollment 3,487 | Avg. net price $29,244 |
South Dakota
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Location Vermillion, SD | Enrollment 5,439 | Avg. net price $20,028 |
South Dakota State
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Location Brookings, SD | Enrollment 9,198 | Avg. net price $19,362 |
University of St. Thomas
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Location Saint Paul, MN | Enrollment 6,245 | Avg. net price $31,532 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of St. Thomas D1?
Yes, University of St. Thomas is an NCAA Division I program in the Summit League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of St. Thomas men's basketball.
What conference is University of St. Thomas in?
University of St. Thomas competes in the Summit League for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of St. Thomas?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $31,532 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at University of St. Thomas?
College Scorecard reports approximately 6,245 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of St. Thomas?
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.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to University of St. Thomas
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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.