Head Coach

Jim Russell

Contact: james.russell@clcmn.edu

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About Central Lakes College-Brainerd Basketball

Central Lakes College-Brainerd competes in JUCO men's basketball as a member of the Minnesota College Athletic Conference. The program is currently led by head coach Jim Russell. Like all JUCO programs, Central Lakes College-Brainerd recruits players who demonstrate high-level film, strong academics, and proven exposure at competitive events.

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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