Head Coach
Todd Lorensen
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Todd Lorensen | Head Coach | todd.lorensen@rockhurst.edu |
| Broderick Stewart | Assistant Coach | broderick.stewart@rockhurst.edu |
| Patrick Surmeier | Assistant Coach | patrick.surmeier@rockhurst.edu |
About Rockhurst University Basketball
The Great Lakes Valley Conference has quietly become a launching pad for guards who can handle ball pressure and defend multiple positions, and Rockhurst thrives in that environment. Head coach Drew Diener has built a program that values perimeter skill and floor intelligence, which means guards with solid handles and court vision find real minutes here, even as freshmen. What sets Rockhurst apart in Kansas City is their commitment to player development over quick fixes. Diener's staff focuses on the fundamentals that translate: footwork, spacing awareness, and understanding how to move without the ball. The program doesn't chase one-year miracles; they're patient with players who show willingness to improve. The GLVC itself is competitive in a way many Division II conferences aren't. Conference games require precision and discipline. Teams here don't beat you with raw athleticism alone, they execute. That means a recruit joining Rockhurst needs to arrive ready to compete in practice, not just games. The academic environment in Kansas City also offers genuine balance, with strong business and engineering programs that matter to players planning beyond basketball. If you're a guard or forward with solid fundamentals who wants to play in a program that invests in your long-term game rather than your immediate impact, Rockhurst's culture matches that approach. Competition is real, coaching is substantive, and development happens at a measurable pace. 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
$24,702/yr
Grad rate
72%
Enrollment
1,580
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $24,702 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $21,884 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $20,092 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $23,174 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $23,574 / year
- $110,001+
- $29,008 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,580
- Average net price
- $24,702 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $46,270 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $46,270 / year
- Graduation rate
- 72%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Lakes Valley Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Drury University
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Location Springfield, MO | Enrollment 1,383 | Avg. net price $23,078 |
Lewis University
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Location Romeoville, IL | Enrollment 4,015 | Avg. net price $17,318 |
Lincoln University (Missouri)
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Location Jefferson City, MO | Enrollment 1,392 | Avg. net price $13,788 |
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 5,658 | Avg. net price $20,199 |
McKendree University
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Location Lebanon, IL | Enrollment 1,752 | Avg. net price $18,457 |
Missouri University of Science and Technology
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Location Rolla, MO | Enrollment 5,521 | Avg. net price $15,772 |
Quincy University
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Location Quincy, IL | Enrollment 1,010 | Avg. net price $22,711 |
Rockhurst University
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Location Kansas City, MO | Enrollment 1,580 | Avg. net price $24,702 |
Southwest Baptist University
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Location Bolivar, MO | Enrollment 1,341 | Avg. net price $21,174 |
Truman State University
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Location Kirksville, MO | Enrollment 2,513 | Avg. net price $12,317 |
University of Illinois at Springfield
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Location Springfield, IL | Enrollment 2,263 | Avg. net price $7,528 |
University of Indianapolis
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Location Indianapolis, IN | Enrollment 3,005 | Avg. net price $19,513 |
University of Missouri-St. Louis
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 5,024 | Avg. net price $14,990 |
University of Southern Indiana
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Location Evansville, IN | Enrollment 5,292 | Avg. net price $13,373 |
Upper Iowa University
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Location Fayette, IA | Enrollment 1,994 | Avg. net price $21,119 |
William Jewell College
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Location Liberty, MO | Enrollment 924 | Avg. net price $19,678 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rockhurst University D2?
Yes, Rockhurst University is an NCAA Division II program in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Rockhurst University men's basketball.
What conference is Rockhurst University in?
Rockhurst University competes in the Great Lakes Valley Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Rockhurst University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $24,702 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Rockhurst University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,580 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Rockhurst 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 Rockhurst University Respects
D2 coaches at programs like Rockhurst 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.