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About Franklin College Basketball
You're weighing whether you belong at a program where academics matter as much as basketball. That's the right question to ask, and Franklin College has an answer that matches your priorities. Head coach Chris Hamilton leads a Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference program built on the principle that student-athletes can excel in both arenas without compromising either one. You'll find serious competition here—Division III basketball demands discipline, consistency, and the kind of work ethic that transfers directly to the classroom and beyond. But you won't feel like you're choosing between your education and your sport. Franklin values players who are coachable and willing to improve incrementally. This isn't a program that promises shortcuts or inflated playing time. Instead, Hamilton and his staff invest in your development as both a player and a person, creating an environment where meaningful progress compounds over your college years. The program attracts recruits who understand that competing at this level—and doing it right—teaches lessons that extend far past graduation. If you're looking for a place where you can play meaningful basketball, earn a respected degree, and be part of a community that treats both seriously, Franklin deserves a hard look. The fit matters, and so does knowing yourself well enough to choose it. 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 Franklin College.
Targeting Franklin College?
FCP coaches understand what D3 programs like Franklin College 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