Head Coach
Dip Metress
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dip Metress | Head Coach, 23rd Year | dmetress@augusta.edu |
| Zach Tinkham | Assistant Coach | ztinkham@augusta.edu |
About Augusta University Basketball
Basketball at this level demands one thing: readiness. Dip Metress and Augusta University don't develop excuses, they develop players. Competing in the Peach Belt Conference means you're going up against programs built on precision and toughness every single night. The standard is high. The pace is relentless. You need to arrive prepared. Not someday. Now. Your footwork has to be sharp. Your decision-making has to be instinctive. Your conditioning has to carry you through the stretch when games are decided. This program plays winning basketball because it recruits players who understand that preparation isn't optional, it's the foundation. Metress builds rosters around discipline and accountability. You'll compete for minutes against hungry teammates. You'll face scouts who are evaluating whether you belong at the next level. You'll develop habits that translate to professional standards. Augusta basketball is for players who are already moving toward something bigger. For athletes who understand that being good isn't enough. For competitors ready to prove themselves in a conference that values execution over flash. This isn't a development program for casual players. This is a launch pad for those serious about their future. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.
D2 programs offer a compelling combination of competitive basketball and strong academics. Understanding the differences between D1, D2, and D3 helps you target the right fit, and coaches at this level respond well to personalized outreach using the right email approach.
What Recruits Should Know About Peach Belt Conference Recruiting
D2 programs in the Peach Belt Conference offer a balance of competitive basketball and academic opportunity. Coaches at this level recruit both locally and nationally, and they move quickly on players they evaluate. NCAA D2 athletic scholarships can be partial or full, and many programs package financial aid to make attendance financially feasible.
The D2 recruiting calendar runs parallel to D1 but with more flexibility. Augusta University coaching staff evaluates prospects at regional and national tournaments, and they respond well to direct contact from players who have done their research on the program. Make sure your NCAA Eligibility Center account is active and your academic records are current before reaching out.
Schedule Quality That Validates Your Film for Augusta University
Film from a weak schedule tells a D2 coach nothing. Augusta University's staff evaluates prospects in the context of their competition, and players who have only been tested against poor opponents don't get offers, regardless of how the film looks. FCP's competitive schedule is built specifically to provide film against opponents that D2 coaches respect.
Our scheduling philosophy gives every FCP player verifiable competition results that hold up under the scrutiny of a D2 coaching staff. Apply to FCP to compete at the level that gets you noticed.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Augusta University.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Augusta University
Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait. They arrive at D2 evaluations already prepared for what programs like Augusta University require.
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.