Nyack College has closed. This page is kept for reference. The program is no longer recruiting, and the staff and contact details below are from before it closed. For programs still recruiting in New York, see the D2 schools in New York.

Nyack College Men's Basketball

D2 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference New York

Nyack College

· Men's Basketball

D2 Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference

Valiant Jones

Head Coach

Valiant Jones

valiant.jones@nyack.edu

Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.

Basketball Staff Contacts

Assistant coaches change often. Confirm current staff on the program's official athletics site before reaching out.

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About Nyack College Basketball

Nyack College offers a straightforward path: compete in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference while earning a degree from an institution that values your academic progress as seriously as your basketball development. Head coach Valiant Jones has built a program focused on player development and realistic playing time, not inflated promises. This matters because your college years determine both your skill trajectory and your degree's market value. Division II basketball at Nyack means you're playing meaningful competition without the recruiting circus of higher-profile programs. You'll develop against quality opponents while maintaining a manageable course load, critical for students who actually plan to use their degree. The conference structure supports consistent film production and measurable statistical growth, positioning you clearly for whatever comes next: grad school, professional opportunities abroad, or career advancement in your field. Valiant Jones prioritizes players who improve visibly over their tenure. That improvement becomes documented, portable, and valuable whether you're seeking a professional contract, grad school admission, or entry into your profession. Nyack's location in New York also provides networking access and off- season opportunities that many smaller Division II schools can't match. Playing time is earned here, not distributed equally. That clarity helps you assess your role honestly and understand what development looks like in practice. Your transcript and your game film both improve simultaneously. 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.

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Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference Teams

Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Bloomfield College View program →	Location , NJ	Enrollment 781	Avg. net price $13,249
Caldwell University View program →	Location Caldwell, NJ	Enrollment 1,575	Avg. net price $15,180
Chestnut Hill College View program →	Location Philadelphia, PA	Enrollment 815	Avg. net price $21,801
Dominican University New York View program →	Location Orangeburg, NY	Enrollment 1,105	Avg. net price $25,971
Felician University View program →	Location Lodi, NJ	Enrollment 1,774	Avg. net price $10,378
Georgian Court University View program →	Location Lakewood, NJ	Enrollment 1,195	Avg. net price $18,380
Goldey-Beacom College View program →	Location Wilmington, DE	Enrollment 691	Avg. net price $17,045
Holy Family University View program →	Location Philadelphia, PA	Enrollment 2,464	Avg. net price $12,882
Nyack College View program →	Location Blauvelt, NY	Enrollment —	Avg. net price —
Post University View program →	Location Waterbury, CT	Enrollment 13,603	Avg. net price $20,694
Thomas Jefferson University View program →	Location Philadelphia, PA	Enrollment 3,755	Avg. net price $25,555
University of Bridgeport View program →	Location Bridgeport, CT	Enrollment 1,534	Avg. net price $28,356
University of the Sciences View program →	Location , PA	Enrollment —	Avg. net price —
Wilmington University View program →	Location New Castle, DE	Enrollment 7,906	Avg. net price $20,210

All Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nyack College D2?

Yes, Nyack College is an NCAA Division II program in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Nyack College men's basketball.

What conference is Nyack College in?

Nyack College competes in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference for D2 men's basketball.

How do I get recruited to Nyack College?

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.

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Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.