Head Coach
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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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dylan Liddell | Assistant Coach | dliddell@svsu.edu |
| Ryan Mizner | Assistant Coach | rdmizner@svsu.edu |
About Saginaw Valley State University Basketball
Saginaw Valley State demands players who show up ready to compete immediately. No excuses. No redshirt timelines. Head coach Randy Baruth builds rosters with guys who understand that Division II in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference doesn't reward hesitation. You're competing against hungry opponents who've already invested years into their craft. The Cardinals play a brand of basketball that punishes soft preparation and rewards players who've put in the work before they arrive. This program values basketball IQ paired with physical tools. Baruth schemes his offense to create scoring opportunities for efficient players. His defense demands positioning discipline and effort on every possession. There's no coast here. Every practice rep matters because your minutes depend on proven readiness. Saginaw Valley attracts players serious about development and playing time. The program doesn't promise shortcuts or easy minutes. It promises a coaching staff that maximizes what you bring to the gym. Guys who arrive polished, hungry, and coachable find their opportunities fast. Guys who aren't ready watch from the bench. If you're the type of player who thrives under structure and demands on your game, this is worth serious consideration. The GLIAC is competitive. The coaching is legitimate. The standard is high. Players who arrive at college campus- ready, technically polished and physically prepared, get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post- graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.
Net price
$12,147/yr
Grad rate
51%
Enrollment
5,989
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $12,147 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $9,300 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $8,475 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $9,349 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $12,648 / year
- $110,001+
- $18,507 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 5,989
- Average net price
- $12,147 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $13,680 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $24,000 / year
- Graduation rate
- 51%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Davenport University
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Location Grand Rapids, MI | Enrollment 3,134 | Avg. net price $17,623 |
Ferris State University
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Location Big Rapids, MI | Enrollment 8,106 | Avg. net price $8,402 |
Grand Valley State University
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Location Allendale, MI | Enrollment 18,854 | Avg. net price $16,495 |
Lake Superior State University
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Location Sault Ste. Marie, MI | Enrollment 1,325 | Avg. net price $9,782 |
Michigan Technological University
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Location Houghton, MI | Enrollment 5,955 | Avg. net price $13,446 |
Northern Michigan University
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Location Marquette, MI | Enrollment 6,556 | Avg. net price $12,759 |
Purdue University Northwest
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Location Hammond, IN | Enrollment 5,671 | Avg. net price $6,223 |
Saginaw Valley State University
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Location University Center, MI | Enrollment 5,989 | Avg. net price $12,147 |
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
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Location Kenosha, WI | Enrollment 2,844 | Avg. net price $11,233 |
Wayne State University
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Location Detroit, MI | Enrollment 15,587 | Avg. net price $11,212 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saginaw Valley State University D2?
Yes, Saginaw Valley State University is an NCAA Division II program in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Saginaw Valley State University men's basketball.
What conference is Saginaw Valley State University in?
Saginaw Valley State University competes in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Saginaw Valley State University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $12,147 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 Saginaw Valley State University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 5,989 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Saginaw Valley State University?
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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.