Lake Michigan College Men's Basketball

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Lake Michigan College

· Men's Basketball

JUCO Michigan Community College Athletic Association

Rickey Hampton

Head Coach

Rickey Hampton

RHampton@lakemichigancollege.edu

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About Lake Michigan College Basketball

On game nights at Lake Michigan College, something shifts. The gym fills with the kind of energy that reminds you why junior college basketball matters, it's where players prove they belong at the next level, where coaching decisions shape futures, and where a single season can change everything. Head coach Rickey Hampton has built a program that understands this responsibility. His teams play with purpose, developing players who transfer to four-year schools and compete immediately, carrying the Lakerrunners' work ethic with them. The NJCAA and Michigan Community College Athletic Association provide a genuine pathway. You're competing against hungry athletes from across the region, but you're also part of a brotherhood. Lake Michigan College takes seriously what it means to develop young men, not just as scorers and defenders, but as students learning to navigate college life. The program balances competitive intensity with real academic support, understanding that junior college is about preparation and momentum. Hampton's approach emphasizes fundamentals and basketball IQ. His players learn systems, discipline, and how to earn minutes. They understand what college basketball demands before stepping into Division I or Division II environments. That foundation matters. It's the difference between arriving on campus ready and arriving with questions. If you're seeking a junior college program where coaching matters, where your development is personal, and where you'll be pushed to earn everything you get, Lake Michigan College deserves your attention. Players who arrive at college campus-ready, technically polished and physically prepared, get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post-graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.

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Net price

$5,404/yr

Grad rate

26%

Enrollment

2,105

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

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

Average net price: $5,404 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $4,229 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $4,620 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $6,434 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $7,933 / year
$110,001+: $8,582 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 2,105
Average net price: $5,404 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $4,488 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $4,488 / year
Graduation rate: 26%

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

Michigan Community College Athletic Association Teams

Michigan Community College Athletic Association men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Alpena Community College View program →	Location Alpena, MI	Enrollment 732	Avg. net price $3,238
Bay College View program →	Location Brimley, MI	Enrollment 1,223	Avg. net price $9,028
Delta College View program →	Location University Center, MI	Enrollment 6,573	Avg. net price $7,911
Glen Oaks Community College View program →	Location Centreville, MI	Enrollment 600	Avg. net price $5,737
Gogebic Community College View program →	Location Houghton, MI	Enrollment 511	Avg. net price $6,623
Grand Rapids Community College View program →	Location Grand Rapids, MI	Enrollment 10,698	Avg. net price $3,357
Henry Ford College View program →	Location Dearborn, MI	Enrollment 8,643	Avg. net price $317
Jackson College View program →	Location Jackson, MI	Enrollment 3,422	Avg. net price $9,797
Kalamazoo Valley Community College View program →	Location Kalamazoo, MI	Enrollment 4,997	Avg. net price $2,461
Kellogg Community College View program →	Location Battle Creek, MI	Enrollment 2,971	Avg. net price $4,975
Kirtland Community College View program →	Location Grayling, MI	Enrollment 1,023	Avg. net price $5,522
Lake Michigan College View program →	Location Benton Harbor, MI	Enrollment 2,105	Avg. net price $5,404
Lansing Community College View program →	Location Lansing, MI	Enrollment 8,207	Avg. net price $5,292
Macomb Community College View program →	Location Warren, MI	Enrollment 13,876	Avg. net price —
Mid Michigan College View program →	Location Mount Pleasant, MI	Enrollment 2,098	Avg. net price $5,846
Mott Community College View program →	Location Flint, MI	Enrollment 5,251	Avg. net price $9,438
Muskegon Community College View program →	Location Muskegon, MI	Enrollment 2,760	Avg. net price $3,531
North Central Michigan College View program →	Location Gaylord, MI	Enrollment 942	Avg. net price $9,006
Oakland Community College View program →	Location Royal Oak, MI	Enrollment 12,748	Avg. net price $5,190
Schoolcraft College View program →	Location Livonia, MI	Enrollment 7,511	Avg. net price $9,329
Southwestern Michigan College View program →	Location Dowagiac, MI	Enrollment 1,431	Avg. net price $6,613
St. Clair County Community College View program →	Location Port Huron, MI	Enrollment 2,138	Avg. net price $10,902
Wayne County Community College District View program →	Location Detroit, MI	Enrollment 7,423	Avg. net price $5,268

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Michigan College JUCO?

Yes, Lake Michigan College is a JUCO program in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Lake Michigan College men's basketball.

What conference is Lake Michigan College in?

Lake Michigan College competes in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Lake Michigan College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $5,404 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 Lake Michigan College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,105 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Lake Michigan College?

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