Head Coach
Jon Hawkins
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Jon Hawkins | Head Coach | mensbasketball@nnu.edu |
| Chris Dendinger | Associate Head Coach | cdendinger@nnu.edu |
| Aaron Cufr | Assistant Coach | acufr@nnu.edu |
| Todd Johnston | Athletic Trainer | toddjohnston@nnu.edu |
| Josh Heidegger | High Performance Manager | jheidegger@nnu.edu |
| Jarod Gonzales | Strength & Conditioning Coach | jarodgonzales@my.nnu.edu |
About Northwest Nazarene University Basketball
The Great Northwest Athletic Conference operates differently than most Division II leagues, it's a regional conference where travel matters, scheduling is tight, and depth on the roster directly impacts playing time. Northwest Nazarene has built a program that values consistency and development over flash. Head coach Paul Rush has shaped a culture where guards need to move the ball efficiently and bigs must defend multiple positions. The Crusaders compete in a league where mid-major D-II programs push hard, and Nampa's elevation and climate create a distinct training environment that prepares players for physical play. What separates NNU is patience with player development. Rush doesn't recruit one-year fixes; he builds four-year trajectories. If you're a 3-point shooter who struggles defensively, expect honest feedback and a plan to address it. The program values basketball IQ and coachability, players who ask questions and implement adjustments. The Crusaders' style emphasizes ball movement and floor spacing, which means perimeter players need shooting range, and interior players need mobility. The Nampa location offers less glamour than coastal programs, but that's intentional. It attracts serious players who want development over visibility. If you're looking for a conference that plays hard-nosed basketball and a coach who invests in your growth beyond stats, Northwest Nazarene merits serious consideration. The gap between a recruit who gets offers and one who doesn't is rarely talent alone, it's preparation. Florida Coastal Prep specializes in exactly that bridge year. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com or reach out via /contact/.
Net price
$25,262/yr
Grad rate
60%
Enrollment
1,024
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $25,262 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $25,523 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $20,727 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $23,051 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,655 / year
- $110,001+
- $25,206 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,024
- Average net price
- $25,262 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $41,990 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $41,990 / year
- Graduation rate
- 60%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Northwest Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Washington University
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Location Ellensburg, WA | Enrollment 7,833 | Avg. net price $21,201 |
Montana State University Billings
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Location Billings, MT | Enrollment 2,626 | Avg. net price $15,630 |
Northwest Nazarene University
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Location Nampa, ID | Enrollment 1,024 | Avg. net price $25,262 |
Saint Martin's University
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Location Lacey, WA | Enrollment 1,158 | Avg. net price $25,472 |
Seattle Pacific University
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Location Seattle, WA | Enrollment 1,762 | Avg. net price $25,419 |
University of Alaska Anchorage
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Location Anchorage, AK | Enrollment 7,212 | Avg. net price $13,077 |
University of Alaska Fairbanks
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Location Fairbanks, AK | Enrollment 4,207 | Avg. net price $7,570 |
Western Oregon University
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Location Monmouth, OR | Enrollment 3,103 | Avg. net price $17,140 |
Western Washington University
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Location Bellingham, WA | Enrollment 13,544 | Avg. net price $19,963 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest Nazarene University D2?
Yes, Northwest Nazarene University is an NCAA Division II program in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Northwest Nazarene University men's basketball.
What conference is Northwest Nazarene University in?
Northwest Nazarene University competes in the Great Northwest Athletic Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Northwest Nazarene University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $25,262 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Northwest Nazarene University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,024 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Northwest Nazarene 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.
Build the Profile Northwest Nazarene University Coaches Want to See
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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.