Head Coach
Jason Kemp
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Giving Day | Update Your Information | donn.groth@mnstate.edu |
| Call Us | Basketball Staff | msumdragons@mnstate.edu |
| Jason Kemp | Head Men's Basketball Coach | jason.kemp@mnstate.edu |
| Sean Suchomel | Assistant Coach | sean.suchomel@mnstate.edu |
| Brennan Rigsby | Assistant Coach | brennan.rigsby@mnstate.edu |
About Minnesota State University Moorhead Basketball
Minnesota State University Moorhead expects guards who can operate in pick-and-roll sets and forwards willing to defend multiple positions. Head coach Tim Bergstraser builds rosters that prioritize ball movement and perimeter shooting within the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference structure. The program operates in a competitive Division II landscape where three-point volume and defensive versatility separate rotation players from bench depth. Moorhead values players with functional size and athleticism who can contribute immediately in conference play. The roster typically features guards capable of running offense and wings who space the floor. Bergstraser's system rewards high basketball IQ, players who understand spacing, read defenses, and execute without forcing shots. Physical conditioning matters; NSIC games demand sustained effort over 40 minutes. The program accepts post-graduate and transfer student-athletes, offering genuine playing time for performers ready for Division II competition. Moorhead sits in a recruiting region that produces solid junior college transfers and regional prep prospects. Players here develop against consistent competition and receive coaching focused on skill development and film study. This is a program for players seeking a structured environment where performance determines playing time. The NSIC schedule tests teams throughout the season, and Moorhead competes in that framework with a coaching staff invested in player development and basketball fundamentals. Playing time exists for players who fit Bergstraser's system and compete defensively. The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$17,601/yr
Grad rate
53%
Enrollment
3,072
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $17,601 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $12,835 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,561 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $12,993 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,145 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,862 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,072
- Average net price
- $17,601 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,056 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $11,056 / year
- Graduation rate
- 53%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Augustana University
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Location Sioux Falls, SD | Enrollment 1,965 | Avg. net price $23,283 |
Bemidji State University
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Location Bemidji, MN | Enrollment 3,139 | Avg. net price $16,327 |
Concordia University, St. Paul
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Location Saint Paul, MN | Enrollment 3,018 | Avg. net price $16,222 |
Minnesota State University Moorhead
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Location Moorhead, MN | Enrollment 3,072 | Avg. net price $17,601 |
Minnesota State University, Mankato
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Location Mankato, MN | Enrollment 11,703 | Avg. net price $19,702 |
Minot State University
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Location Minot, ND | Enrollment 2,062 | Avg. net price $11,490 |
Northern State University
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Location Aberdeen, SD | Enrollment 1,273 | Avg. net price $15,279 |
Southwest Minnesota State University
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Location Marshall, MN | Enrollment 2,315 | Avg. net price $16,501 |
St. Cloud State University
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Location St. Cloud, MN | Enrollment 5,088 | Avg. net price $16,062 |
University of Mary
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Location Jamestown, ND | Enrollment 2,416 | Avg. net price $23,020 |
University of Minnesota Duluth
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Location Duluth, MN | Enrollment 7,336 | Avg. net price $17,395 |
University of Minnesota, Crookston
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Location Crookston, MN | Enrollment 1,729 | Avg. net price $11,170 |
University of Sioux Falls
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Location Sioux Falls, SD | Enrollment 1,218 | Avg. net price $21,417 |
Wayne State College (Nebraska)
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Location Wayne, NE | Enrollment 3,010 | Avg. net price $15,534 |
Winona State University
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Location Winona, MN | Enrollment 5,144 | Avg. net price $17,413 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minnesota State University Moorhead D2?
Yes, Minnesota State University Moorhead is an NCAA Division II program in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Minnesota State University Moorhead men's basketball.
What conference is Minnesota State University Moorhead in?
Minnesota State University Moorhead competes in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Minnesota State University Moorhead?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,601 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 Minnesota State University Moorhead?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,072 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Minnesota State University Moorhead?
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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.