Chaminade University Men's Basketball

Head Coach

Eric Bovaird

Contact: eric.bovaird@chaminade.edu

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About Chaminade University Basketball

You're weighing where to play next, and you want a place that takes your growth seriously. Chaminade basketball offers you exactly that: a program in the Pacific West Conference where development matters as much as wins. Head coach Eric Bovaird builds a culture centered on individual improvement and accountability. Playing Division II doesn't mean settling—it means competing in a conference where you'll face discipline, tactical sophistication, and athletes who understand what it takes to advance their game. Honolulu itself becomes part of your advantage: a tight-knit basketball community that values consistency over flash, and a campus where you can focus on becoming the player you're capable of being. Bovaird recruits players willing to work within a system, players who see mistakes as data rather than setbacks. If you're serious about getting better—sharpening your footwork, understanding spacing, building real strength—this environment rewards that commitment. You'll get quality coaching, meaningful minutes as you earn them, and the chance to compete at a level that prepares you for whatever comes next. This isn't the flashiest choice. It's the honest one. The kind of place where effort translates directly into opportunity. 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/.

Getting recruited at this level requires more than raw talent — coaches need to see your film at the right moment, your eligibility paperwork must be in order, and your tournament exposure has to match the standard the program is recruiting to.

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How FCP Prepares Players for D2 Programs

Earning a roster spot at a D2 program like Chaminade University takes more than athleticism. Coaches evaluate game film, academic eligibility, and competitive exposure before extending offers. FCP's post-graduate program gives players the structured development and national exposure needed to get evaluated by D2 coaching staffs.

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 Chaminade University.

Targeting Chaminade University?

FCP coaches understand what D2 programs like Chaminade University look for in a recruit. We build players' film, exposure, and eligibility profiles to match exactly what coaches at this level need to see before making an offer.

Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026

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