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About Quincy University Basketball
At Quincy University, you're not just joining a basketball program—you're becoming part of a community where coaches know your name, your story, and your potential. Head coach Steve Hawkins builds relationships as intentionally as he builds rosters, creating an environment where players feel genuinely invested in by their coaching staff and teammates alike. Playing in the Great Lakes Valley Conference, the Eagles compete against quality opponents while maintaining the kind of program culture where individual growth matters as much as wins. Quincy's smaller size means more playing time opportunities and more direct access to coaching—the kind of personal development that translates to the next level. The campus in Quincy, Illinois offers the resources of a NCAA Division II program without losing the tight-knit feel that makes college basketball memorable. You'll find players here who chose this program specifically because they wanted to develop in an environment that prioritizes their development as athletes and people, not just statistics. If you're looking for a place where your coach remembers how you performed in summer workouts, where your teammates become lifelong friends, and where hard work gets recognized and rewarded, Quincy deserves serious consideration. 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.
D2 programs offer a compelling combination of competitive basketball and strong academics. Understanding the differences between D1, D2, and D3 helps you target the right fit — and coaches at this level respond well to personalized outreach using the right email approach.
What Recruits Should Know About Great Lakes Valley Conference Recruiting
D2 programs in the Great Lakes Valley Conference offer a balance of competitive basketball and academic opportunity. Coaches at this level recruit both locally and nationally, and they move quickly on players they evaluate. NCAA D2 athletic scholarships can be partial or full, and many programs package financial aid to make attendance financially feasible.
The D2 recruiting calendar runs parallel to D1 but with more flexibility. Quincy University coaching staff evaluates prospects at regional and national tournaments, and they respond well to direct contact from players who have done their research on the program. Make sure your NCAA Eligibility Center account is active and your academic records are current before reaching out.
Strength and Conditioning for the D2 Level
Body development is one of the most overlooked factors in college recruiting. D2 coaches won't offer a player whose physical profile can't hold up to a 30-game college season. FCP's post-graduate program includes a dedicated strength and conditioning track that prepares players for the physical demands of college basketball — and shows up on film in ways that matter to coaches at programs like Quincy University.
Our Spartan Training Center gives players access to professional-grade facilities and programming designed specifically for basketball performance at the college level. Apply to FCP and start building the physical foundation Quincy University's coaches want to see.
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 Quincy University.
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FCP coaches understand what D2 programs like Quincy 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 April 2026