Head Coach
Matt Brock
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Brock | Head Coach | mbroc3@uis.edu |
| Samantha Fuentes | Assistant Athletic Trainer | sfuen8@uis.edu |
| Libby Price | SID | lpric3@uis.edu |
About University of Illinois at Springfield Basketball
Illinois Springfield basketball has built something intentional under head coach Matt Brock, a program where hard work translates directly into playing time and development. Competing in the Great Lakes Valley Conference, the Prairie Stars prioritize players who embrace the grind and understand that Division II success requires relentless consistency. What separates this program is the balance between competitive rigor and genuine player development. Brock emphasizes skill progression alongside team chemistry, creating an environment where scouts notice individual improvement. You won't get lost in a massive roster here; your role matters, and your growth gets measured seriously. Springfield's location offers real advantages too. The campus sits in Illinois's capital with access to strong academic resources and a supportive fan base that shows up for games. You're building a basketball resume in a conference that gets respect, with opponents and coaches who know your name. This isn't a shortcut program, it's one that rewards players ready to compete daily and invest in their own improvement. If you've dreamed about playing meaningful college basketball while earning a degree from a university invested in your success, Illinois Springfield deserves your consideration. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$7,528/yr
Grad rate
53%
Enrollment
2,263
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $7,528 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $5,392 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $4,267 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $5,885 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $10,947 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,632 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,263
- Average net price
- $7,528 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $12,640 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $22,795 / year
- Graduation rate
- 53%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Lakes Valley Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
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 University of Illinois at Springfield D2?
Yes, University of Illinois at Springfield is an NCAA Division II program in the Great Lakes Valley Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of Illinois at Springfield men's basketball.
What conference is University of Illinois at Springfield in?
University of Illinois at Springfield competes in the Great Lakes Valley Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of Illinois at Springfield?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,528 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 University of Illinois at Springfield?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,263 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of Illinois at Springfield?
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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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.