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Sonoma State University Men's Basketball

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Sonoma State University

· Men's Basketball

Rich Shayewitz

Head Coach

Head Coach

Rich Shayewitz

rich.shayewitz@sonoma.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 Sonoma State University Basketball

Sonoma State offers a practical path for players who want competitive basketball alongside a degree with real market value. The university's business, engineering, and liberal arts programs carry strong regional reputation, and the California location opens internship and networking doors that matter for post-college employment. Head coach Rich Shayewitz builds programs around player development and measurable improvement, the kind of coaching that translates to either advancing your game or positioning yourself well in the transfer portal if you need to move up levels. Division II competition in the California Collegiate Athletic Association is serious basketball; you'll face disciplined, fundamental opponents night in and night out. Playing time isn't guaranteed anywhere, but Shayewitz values players who demonstrate coachability and consistent effort. You'll develop strength, court vision, and basketball IQ in an environment where coaches actually have time to teach fundamentals. The combination of athletic rigor and academic credibility means you're building something that works whether basketball is your career or your college experience. Sonoma State also sits in one of California's most livable regions, which matters for focus and mental health over four years. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.

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Net price

$10,759/yr

Grad rate

55%

Enrollment

5,166

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price: $10,759 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$6,973 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$7,100 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$8,725 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$12,224 / year
$110,001+
$20,777 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
5,166
Average net price
$10,759 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$9,062 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$22,382 / year
Graduation rate
55%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

California Collegiate Athletic Association Teams

California Collegiate Athletic Association men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Academy of Art University View program → Location , CA Enrollment 3,587 Avg. net price $41,747
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt View program → Location Arcata, CA Enrollment 5,612 Avg. net price $13,751
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona View program → Location Pomona, CA Enrollment 25,042 Avg. net price $9,404
California State University, Chico View program → Location Chico, CA Enrollment 13,631 Avg. net price $14,157
California State University, Dominguez Hills View program → Location Carson, CA Enrollment 12,538 Avg. net price $7,244
California State University, East Bay View program → Location Hayward, CA Enrollment 9,809 Avg. net price $6,858
California State University, Los Angeles View program → Location Los Angeles, CA Enrollment 19,562 Avg. net price $2,385
California State University, Monterey Bay View program → Location Seaside, CA Enrollment 6,819 Avg. net price $13,861
California State University, San Bernardino View program → Location San Bernardino, CA Enrollment 15,023 Avg. net price $3,946
California State University, San Marcos View program → Location San Marcos, CA Enrollment 14,877 Avg. net price $10,939
California State University, Stanislaus View program → Location Turlock, CA Enrollment 8,385 Avg. net price $3,565
Holy Names University View program → Location , CA Enrollment — Avg. net price —
San Francisco State University View program → Location San Francisco, CA Enrollment 18,639 Avg. net price $9,803
Sonoma State University View program → Location , CA Enrollment 5,166 Avg. net price $10,759
All California Collegiate Athletic Association programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sonoma State University D2?

Yes, Sonoma State University is an NCAA Division II program in the California Collegiate Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Sonoma State University men's basketball.

What conference is Sonoma State University in?

Sonoma State University competes in the California Collegiate Athletic Association for D2 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Sonoma State University?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $10,759 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 Sonoma State University?

College Scorecard reports approximately 5,166 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Sonoma State 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.

Sonoma State University Is Within Reach: If You're Ready

The difference between a player who gets offered by a D2 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Sonoma State University's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.

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.

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

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