Head Coach
Russ May
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Cerritos College Basketball
Cerritos College values ball movement and defensive intensity under head coach Russ May. The program operates in the South Coast Conference, a competitive NJCAA landscape where depth and consistency matter. May's squads typically emphasize transition efficiency and perimeter shooting, this isn't a program that grinds out low-scoring affairs. Players who succeed here share specific traits: they move without the ball, defend their assignment, and accept defined roles. Cerritos doesn't recruit volume scorers looking for showcase opportunities; it builds rosters with complementary pieces. The conference schedule is demanding, requiring players who can handle competitive matchups against other NJCAA programs while developing fundamentals that translate to four-year play. Roster construction leans toward versatile wings and guards who can space the floor. Centers need to be mobile and willing to screen away from the ball. Transfers and first-year players coexist, but the program doesn't reward isolation-heavy players or those unwilling to engage defensively. If you're evaluating Cerritos, ask yourself: Can I defend? Will I move without the ball? Am I coachable through adversity? The program develops players systematically, not overnight. Playing time depends on consistent execution of system principles, not potential. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$1,577/yr
Grad rate
29%
Enrollment
18,870
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $1,577 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $1,457 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $1,503 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $2,694 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $5,990 / year
- $110,001+
- $5,591 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 18,870
- Average net price
- $1,577 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $1,364 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $12,004 / year
- Graduation rate
- 29%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
South Coast Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerritos College View program → | Location Norwalk, CA | Enrollment 18,870 | Avg. net price $1,577 |
| Compton College View program → | Location Compton, CA | Enrollment 3,142 | Avg. net price $22,662 |
| Cypress College View program → | Location Cypress, CA | Enrollment 13,354 | Avg. net price $759 |
| El Camino College View program → | Location Alondra Park, CA | Enrollment 19,210 | Avg. net price $13,761 |
| Golden West College View program → | Location Huntington Beach, CA | Enrollment 9,034 | Avg. net price — |
| Long Beach City College View program → | Location Long Beach, CA | Enrollment 22,427 | Avg. net price $1,192 |
| Orange Coast College View program → | Location Costa Mesa, CA | Enrollment 16,091 | Avg. net price $1,850 |
| Saddleback College View program → | Location Mission Viejo, CA | Enrollment 17,684 | Avg. net price $23,913 |
| Santa Monica College View program → | Location Santa Monica, CA | Enrollment 21,440 | Avg. net price $1,693 |
| West Los Angeles College View program → | Location Culver City, CA | Enrollment 7,284 | Avg. net price $5,238 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cerritos College JUCO?
Yes, Cerritos College is a JUCO program in the South Coast Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Cerritos College men's basketball.
What conference is Cerritos College in?
Cerritos College competes in the South Coast Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Cerritos College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $1,577 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Cerritos College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 18,870 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Cerritos College?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for JUCO, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for JUCO programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Targeting Cerritos College?
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.