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About Clark University Basketball
Walk into the Clark University gym in Worcester, and you step into a program built on the kind of basketball that rewards intelligence and resilience. Head Coach Tyler Simms has shaped a roster that plays with purpose—the kind of team where execution and basketball IQ matter as much as athleticism. In the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference, Clark competes against programs that demand precision, and the Cougars have built a culture where that demand becomes an advantage. This is Division III basketball the way it was meant to be played: students who are serious about the game and serious about their education, often excelling at both. The program draws from a long tradition of New England basketball—a region where fundamentals and grit have always held currency. Players here understand they're part of something with history, a program that values consistency and character as much as wins. Worcester itself is a city with substance. It's a place where a student-athlete develops roots, where the community cares about its teams, and where you can build a meaningful college experience both on and off the court. Clark gives you the chance to compete at a respectable level while getting an education that opens doors. If you're looking for a Division III program where coaching matters, where the game is played the right way, and where you can be part of a team with real identity, this is worth exploring seriously. 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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FCP's post-graduate basketball program prepares student-athletes for the next level with competitive scheduling, academic support, and exposure to college coaches.
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 Clark University.
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Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026