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About Olivet College Basketball
At Olivet College, basketball is personal. Head coach Sam Hargraves builds a program where players know they matter—not just as athletes, but as people. In the MIAA, you'll compete against quality opponents who challenge you night in and night out, but the real difference here is how your coach and teammates invest in your growth both on and off the court. Division III basketball at Olivet means smaller rosters where every player gets meaningful minutes and genuine development time. You won't get lost in the shuffle. Hargraves and his staff develop relationships with each player, understanding their strengths, their struggles, and their goals beyond basketball. That connection translates to better coaching, better preparation, and better culture. The campus itself fosters belonging. You're part of a community where your teammates become lifelong friends, where coaches remember details about your life, and where success is celebrated collectively. The MIAA provides consistent competition that prepares you for the next level while keeping you connected to your roots in Michigan. If you're looking for a program that sees you as a whole person—where your coach knows your name, your family, and your dreams—Olivet offers that rare combination of serious athletics and genuine care. 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.
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 Olivet College.
Targeting Olivet College?
FCP coaches understand what D3 programs like Olivet 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