Head Coach
Bill Benford
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Folsom Lake College Basketball
Folsom Lake College operates as a junior college destination for players who need development time before moving to four-year programs. Head coach Bill Benford runs a program that values work ethic and measurable improvement over recruiting hype. If you're a player looking for substantial minutes and genuine skill development rather than a showcase platform, this Big 8 Conference program offers that path. The NJCAA level demands maturity and consistency. You'll face competitive opponents who take the game seriously, and Folsom Lake expects the same from its roster. Benford emphasizes fundamentals and basketball IQ, the things that transfer when you move up. This isn't a program built on one-year wonders; it's built on players who improve incrementally and transfer with stronger offers. Location in Northern California provides access to recruits from the region while maintaining the academic standards required for junior college play. The Big 8 Conference brings comparable competition that prepares you for the next level. If you're realistic about your current level and want a coach who will develop you rather than promise shortcuts, Folsom Lake offers legitimate opportunity. Many NJCAA programs serve as stepping stones, and Benford's track record suggests players here get recruited, because they actually get better. 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.
Net price
$4,339/yr
Grad rate
51%
Enrollment
9,414
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $4,339 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $3,363 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $2,789 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $4,517 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $7,596 / year
- $110,001+
- $9,718 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 9,414
- Average net price
- $4,339 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $1,288 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $12,472 / year
- Graduation rate
- 51%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Big 8 Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| American River College View program → | Location Sacramento, CA | Enrollment 25,621 | Avg. net price $5,730 |
| Cosumnes River College View program → | Location Sacramento, CA | Enrollment 14,023 | Avg. net price $3,676 |
| Folsom Lake College View program → | Location Folsom, CA | Enrollment 9,414 | Avg. net price $4,339 |
| Sacramento City College View program → | Location Sacramento, CA | Enrollment 17,657 | Avg. net price $5,713 |
| Sierra College View program → | Location Rocklin, CA | Enrollment 14,122 | Avg. net price $27,774 |
| Yuba College View program → | Location Linda, CA | Enrollment 4,779 | Avg. net price $691 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Folsom Lake College JUCO?
Yes, Folsom Lake College is a JUCO program in the Big 8 Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Folsom Lake College men's basketball.
What conference is Folsom Lake College in?
Folsom Lake College competes in the Big 8 Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Folsom Lake College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $4,339 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 Folsom Lake College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 9,414 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Folsom Lake 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.
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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.