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About Emory University Basketball
You're asking yourself if Division III is the right fit—if you can compete at a high level while actually getting a real education. Emory answers both questions. Head coach Jason Zimmerman has built a program that treats basketball seriously without consuming your life. Playing in the University Athletic Association means you're competing against schools that prioritize student- athletes as complete people. The conference attracts disciplined teams and talented rosters, so the basketball itself is legitimate—you'll improve because your opponents demand it. Atlanta gives you a city campus with real resources. You'll have access to strength and conditioning, film study, and coaching that rivals programs with bigger profiles. Zimmerman recruits players who understand the balance: your classroom performance matters as much as your court performance, and that's not a compromise—it's clarity. What makes Emory different is the honesty built into the program. You're not here to be a college basketball player who happens to take classes. You're here to be a student who plays serious basketball. If you've been developed in a program that teaches you how to think about the game, manage your time, and hold yourself to real standards, Emory is the next logical step. It's where talented players go when they want to keep developing without sacrificing their future. 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.
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.
Getting Ready for College Basketball
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 Emory University.
Targeting Emory University?
FCP coaches understand what D3 programs like Emory University look for in a recruit. We build players' film, exposure, and eligibility profiles to match exactly what coaches at this level need to see before making an offer.
Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026