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About Chatham University Basketball
Chatham's program operates in the Presidents' Athletic Conference with the kind of structure that rewards disciplined, fundamentally sound guards and forwards. Head coach David Richards builds around ball movement and defensive intensity—this is a team that values decision-making and floor spacing over iso-heavy play. The roster typically features veterans comfortable in a pass-first system and athletes willing to absorb defensive assignments without ego. Playing time here correlates directly to efficiency and commitment to the team concept. Division III competition in the PAC is legitimate; you'll face programs with solid recruiting footprints and experienced rosters. Chatham pushes transition pace selectively and defends with scheme awareness. The program doesn't chase highlight-reel players—it develops complementary pieces. If you're a role player who sees basketball as a team sport, understands spacing principles, and brings reliability defensively, this is a program worth evaluating. If you need heavy usage or operate best in freelance systems, fit becomes more questionable. Location in Pittsburgh offers academic resources and recruiting proximity to regional talent pipelines. Conversations with Richards' staff tend to focus on what you'll contribute within structure, not what the program will do for your scoring average. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep—located in Fort Walton Beach, FL—trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Getting recruited at this level requires more than raw talent — coaches need to see your film at the right moment, your eligibility paperwork must be in order, and your tournament exposure has to match the standard the program is recruiting to.
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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 Chatham University.
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Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026