Head Coach
Virgil Watson
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Los Angeles Valley College Basketball
At Los Angeles Valley College, basketball is built on real relationships. Head coach Virgil Watson and his staff invest in knowing their players, not just as athletes, but as people navigating the transition to college basketball. That personal touch defines the experience here. As a NJCAA program in the Western Coast Conference, Valley College attracts players ready to compete seriously while staying connected to a community that genuinely cares about their growth. You'll find coaches who remember conversations from last week, teammates who become genuine friends, and a culture where effort and character matter as much as statistics. The junior college path offers something valuable: a chance to develop, build confidence, and prove yourself in a competitive environment where you're known and valued. This isn't about being small; it's about being invested. When you walk into practice, you're part of a program that sees potential and works to unlock it. When you struggle, the people around you show up. When you succeed, they celebrate because they've been part of your journey. Valley College players develop not just as competitors, but as young adults preparing for the next level, whether that's a four-year program or life beyond basketball. If you're looking for a junior college experience centered on genuine connection and serious basketball development, Valley College offers that blend. 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
$7,478/yr
Grad rate
32%
Enrollment
12,601
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $7,478 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $7,468 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $7,166 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $7,542 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $13,768 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 12,601
- Average net price
- $7,478 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $1,238 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $11,040 / year
- Graduation rate
- 32%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Western Coast Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Los Angeles College View program → | Location Monterey Park, CA | Enrollment 27,753 | Avg. net price $3,737 |
| Los Angeles Harbor College View program → | Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 6,694 | Avg. net price $2,680 |
| Los Angeles Pierce College View program → | Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 13,436 | Avg. net price $3,150 |
| Los Angeles Southwest College View program → | Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 3,706 | Avg. net price $10,836 |
| Los Angeles Trade Technical College View program → | Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 9,998 | Avg. net price $3,531 |
| Los Angeles Valley College View program → | Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 12,601 | Avg. net price $7,478 |
| Pasadena City College View program → | Location Pasadena, CA | Enrollment 21,466 | Avg. net price $16,993 |
| Rio Hondo College View program → | Location Whittier, CA | Enrollment 15,684 | Avg. net price $15,389 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles Valley College JUCO?
Yes, Los Angeles Valley College is a JUCO program in the Western Coast Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Los Angeles Valley College men's basketball.
What conference is Los Angeles Valley College in?
Los Angeles Valley College competes in the Western Coast Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Los Angeles Valley College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,478 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 Los Angeles Valley College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 12,601 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Los Angeles Valley 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.
Build the Profile Los Angeles Valley College Coaches Want to See
Coaches at JUCO programs aren't just looking for talent. They're looking for the right film, academic eligibility, and competitive résumé. FCP gives you all three, structured around the evaluation standards that programs like Los Angeles Valley College use every recruiting cycle.
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.