Des Moines Area Community College Men's Basketball

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Des Moines Area Community College

· Men's Basketball

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Blake Sandquist

Head Coach

Blake Sandquist

bmsandquist@dmacc.edu

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Basketball Staff Contacts

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About Des Moines Area Community College Basketball

Des Moines Area Community College has built something real in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference, a program where junior college basketball means serious development and genuine pathways. Head coach Blake Sandquist has cultivated a culture that demands accountability while creating space for players to grow into their potential. DMACC doesn't promise shortcuts; it delivers the kind of disciplined, skill-focused environment where recruits actually improve their game. The Bears compete with intention. You'll find a program invested in film work, strength development, and the mental side of the game, the details that separate players who move on from those who plateau. Sandquist's coaching emphasizes versatility and basketball IQ, preparing guards and forwards alike for the next level. Whether you're a prospect working to raise your profile or refining fundamentals before a four-year commitment, DMACC offers legitimate competition in a conference that scouts follow closely. The opportunity here is earned, not given. Playing time comes through performance. Academics are non-negotiable. The weight room and practice court demand consistency. That's precisely what makes this program valuable, you're not just getting a jersey, you're joining a system designed to make you better. If you're ready to prove yourself at the junior college level and build momentum toward your next chapter, Des Moines Area Community College is worth your serious consideration. The gap between a recruit who gets offers and one who doesn't is rarely talent alone, it's preparation. Florida Coastal Prep specializes in exactly that bridge year. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com or reach out via /contact/.

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Net price

$7,005/yr

Grad rate

41%

Enrollment

10,446

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price: $7,005 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $5,136 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $5,316 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $5,903 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $7,295 / year
$110,001+: $11,627 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 10,446
Average net price: $7,005 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $6,030 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $6,930 / year
Graduation rate: 41%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Iowa Community College Athletic Conference Teams

Iowa Community College Athletic Conference men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Des Moines Area Community College View program →	Location Newton, IA	Enrollment 10,446	Avg. net price $7,005
Ellsworth Community College View program →	Location Iowa Falls, IA	Enrollment 499	Avg. net price $12,300
Indian Hills Community College View program →	Location Ottumwa, IA	Enrollment 1,495	Avg. net price $11,505
Iowa Central Community College View program →	Location Fort Dodge, IA	Enrollment 3,103	Avg. net price $12,725
Iowa Lakes Community College View program →	Location Emmetsburg, IA	Enrollment 941	Avg. net price $10,553
Iowa Western Community College View program →	Location Sioux City, IA	Enrollment 2,916	Avg. net price $16,324
Kirkwood Community College View program →	Location Cedar Rapids, IA	Enrollment 7,591	Avg. net price $12,073
Marshalltown Community College View program →	Location Marshalltown, IA	Enrollment 788	Avg. net price $7,234
North Iowa Area Community College View program →	Location Mason City, IA	Enrollment 1,320	Avg. net price $8,510
Southeastern Community College View program →	Location West Burlington, IA	Enrollment 1,699	Avg. net price $12,346
Southwestern Community College View program →	Location Creston, IA	Enrollment 729	Avg. net price $12,751

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Des Moines Area Community College JUCO?

Yes, Des Moines Area Community College is a JUCO program in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Des Moines Area Community College men's basketball.

What conference is Des Moines Area Community College in?

Des Moines Area Community College competes in the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Des Moines Area Community College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,005 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 Des Moines Area Community College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 10,446 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Des Moines Area Community 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.