Head Coach
Chris Tifft
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Tifft | Head Coach | christopher.tifft@csusb.edu |
| Brandon Billups | Assistant Coach | brandon.billups@csusb.edu |
| Dylan Painter | Assistant Coach | dylan.painter@csusb.edu |
| Alex Fodor | Assistant Coach | alexander.fodor@csusb.edu |
| Pat Walsh | Head Athletic Trainer | pwalsh@csusb.edu |
| Kyle Louey | Sports Performance Coach | kyle.louey@csusb.edu |
About California State University, San Bernardino Basketball
The California Collegiate Athletic Association operates differently than other Division II conferences, it's compact, geographically clustered, and built around programs that value sustained excellence over flashy recruiting cycles. Cal State San Bernardino fits that mold precisely. Head coach Andy Newman has built a program that emphasizes ball movement, defensive intensity, and player development over four years rather than one. That's important context: the Coyotes aren't chasing one-year portal fixes. They're investing in guys who can learn the system, earn minutes, and compete in conference play where every team knows each other's tendencies inside out. Newman's coaching staff has deep roots in the CCAA and understands what translates at this level, guard play that doesn't rely on athleticism alone, wing defenders who can switch multiple positions, and bigs who can run the floor and finish within the system. San Bernardino's campus location means you're part of an athletic community that's serious about academics and basketball, without the distractions of a sprawling metro program. The Inland Empire market is underrated for player development, you get real minutes, real competition, and proximity to recruiting evaluators who work the West Coast consistently. If you're a Division II prospect who values coaching continuity and a clear path to playing time, this program deserves your attention. Newman doesn't oversell; he delivers. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$3,946/yr
Grad rate
53%
Enrollment
15,023
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $3,946 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $2,331 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $2,416 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $3,156 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $6,196 / year
- $110,001+
- $13,841 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 15,023
- Average net price
- $3,946 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,524 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $21,844 / year
- Graduation rate
- 53%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
California Collegiate Athletic Association Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Academy of Art University
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Location , CA | Enrollment 3,587 | Avg. net price $41,747 |
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
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Location Arcata, CA | Enrollment 5,612 | Avg. net price $13,751 |
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
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Location Pomona, CA | Enrollment 25,042 | Avg. net price $9,404 |
California State University, Chico
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Location Chico, CA | Enrollment 13,631 | Avg. net price $14,157 |
California State University, Dominguez Hills
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Location Carson, CA | Enrollment 12,538 | Avg. net price $7,244 |
California State University, East Bay
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Location Hayward, CA | Enrollment 9,809 | Avg. net price $6,858 |
California State University, Los Angeles
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Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 19,562 | Avg. net price $2,385 |
California State University, Monterey Bay
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Location Seaside, CA | Enrollment 6,819 | Avg. net price $13,861 |
California State University, San Bernardino
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Location San Bernardino, CA | Enrollment 15,023 | Avg. net price $3,946 |
California State University, San Marcos
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Location San Marcos, CA | Enrollment 14,877 | Avg. net price $10,939 |
California State University, Stanislaus
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Location Turlock, CA | Enrollment 8,385 | Avg. net price $3,565 |
Holy Names University
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Location , CA | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
San Francisco State University
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Location San Francisco, CA | Enrollment 18,639 | Avg. net price $9,803 |
Sonoma State University
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Location , CA | Enrollment 5,166 | Avg. net price $10,759 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is California State University, San Bernardino D2?
Yes, California State University, San Bernardino is an NCAA Division II program in the California Collegiate Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for California State University, San Bernardino men's basketball.
What conference is California State University, San Bernardino in?
California State University, San Bernardino competes in the California Collegiate Athletic Association for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at California State University, San Bernardino?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $3,946 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 California State University, San Bernardino?
College Scorecard reports approximately 15,023 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to California State University, San Bernardino?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D2, 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 D2 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
California State University, San Bernardino Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D2 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when California State University, San Bernardino'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.