Head Coach
Kelvin Jefferson
Program contact: Mike Chalas, Assistant Coach
chalas001@gannon.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Chalas | Assistant Coach | chalas001@gannon.edu |
| Isiah Warfield | Assistant Coach | warfield001@gannon.edu |
| Easton Bazzoli | Head Men's Basketball Coach | bazzoli002@gannon.edu |
About Gannon University Basketball
The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference is built on programs that develop depth intentionally. Gannon understands this better than most, and it shapes how Kelvin Jefferson approaches roster construction. You won't find a program that relies on one or two high-volume scorers; instead, Jefferson builds systems where multiple players can step in and execute. That philosophy matters if you're a player who thrives on consistency and opportunity, the kind where your role clarifies quickly and your performance directly influences playing time. Erie's location on Lake Erie creates a tight recruiting footprint that benefits player development. Smaller rosters mean fewer hiding spots; coaches see everything. Jefferson's staff values two-way players who understand spacing and can defend multiple positions. The program emphasizes ball movement and off-ball cuts rather than iso-heavy offense, so guards need to be comfortable playing without the ball in their hands and forwards need mobility. Division II at Gannon also means less transfer portal noise. Rosters stay intact longer, which builds chemistry and allows coaching staff to project growth trajectories accurately. If you're looking for a program where your development is tracked carefully and your growth matters to the system, Jefferson's approach rewards that commitment. --- Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.
Net price
$24,443/yr
Grad rate
71%
Enrollment
2,365
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $24,443 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $19,159 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,892 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $20,168 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $25,415 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,823 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,365
- Average net price
- $24,443 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $42,641 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $42,641 / year
- Graduation rate
- 71%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Location Bloomsburg, PA | Enrollment 9,210 | Avg. net price $17,468 |
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Location East Stroudsburg, PA | Enrollment 4,814 | Avg. net price $21,084 |
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Location Erie, PA | Enrollment 2,365 | Avg. net price $24,443 |
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Location Indiana, PA | Enrollment 6,764 | Avg. net price $17,391 |
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Location Kutztown, PA | Enrollment 6,180 | Avg. net price $22,146 |
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Location Lock Haven, PA | Enrollment 9,210 | Avg. net price $17,468 |
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Location Mansfield, PA | Enrollment 9,210 | Avg. net price $17,468 |
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Location Millersville, PA | Enrollment 5,728 | Avg. net price $18,817 |
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Location California, PA | Enrollment 7,451 | Avg. net price $17,839 |
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Location Clarion, PA | Enrollment 7,451 | Avg. net price $17,839 |
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Location Edinboro, PA | Enrollment 7,451 | Avg. net price $17,839 |
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Location Greensburg, PA | Enrollment 1,492 | Avg. net price $25,519 |
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Location Shepherdstown, WV | Enrollment 2,344 | Avg. net price $7,940 |
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Location Shippensburg, PA | Enrollment 4,086 | Avg. net price $21,129 |
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Location Slippery Rock, PA | Enrollment 6,788 | Avg. net price $19,972 |
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Location Johnstown, PA | Enrollment 1,808 | Avg. net price $16,375 |
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Location West Chester, PA | Enrollment 14,164 | Avg. net price $24,778 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gannon University D2?
Yes, Gannon University is an NCAA Division II program in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Gannon University men's basketball.
What conference is Gannon University in?
Gannon University competes in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Gannon University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $24,443 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Gannon University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,365 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Gannon University?
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.
The Commitment Gannon University Respects
D2 coaches at programs like Gannon University extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
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.