Head Coach
Jared Phay
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Missouri State University – West Plains Basketball
On game nights in West Plains, the Grizzlies take the court with a program built on steady development and regional pride. Head coach Jared Phay has cultivated a culture where junior college basketball means something, a proving ground for players ready to earn their four-year opportunity rather than wait for one. The Missouri College Athletic Conference demands that kind of resolve, and Phay's teams deliver it through disciplined fundamentals and competitive toughness. Missouri State University–West Plains doesn't chase national headlines; instead, the program moves with purpose. Players here learn what it takes to compete at higher levels, watching teammates transfer to Division I and Division II programs year after year. That pipeline isn't accident, it's built on film sessions, strength work, and a coaching staff that understands junior college athletics as a launching pad, not a destination. The Grizzlies play in a conference that respects hard-nosed basketball, where tournament positioning matters and every win carries weight. What separates this program is Phay's commitment to player development. Recruits arrive knowing the expectation: improve your game, improve your academics, and position yourself for the next level. The campus sits in a region with strong basketball tradition, and the community supports its team. For players serious about earning a transfer opportunity and playing meaningful minutes in a competitive conference, this program offers a clear path forward. 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
$12,068/yr
Grad rate
40%
Enrollment
965
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $12,068 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $11,703 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $10,545 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $11,801 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $13,133 / year
- $110,001+
- $15,077 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 965
- Average net price
- $12,068 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $6,712 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $8,994 / year
- Graduation rate
- 40%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Missouri College Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Jefferson College
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Location Kirksville, MO | Enrollment 2,552 | Avg. net price $6,878 |
Metropolitan Community College
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Location Kansas City, MO | Enrollment 10,649 | Avg. net price $9,851 |
Mineral Area College
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Location Park Hills, MO | Enrollment 1,592 | Avg. net price $9,448 |
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Missouri State University – West Plains
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Location Springfield, MO | Enrollment 965 | Avg. net price $12,068 |
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Moberly Area Community College
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Location Moberly, MO | Enrollment 3,100 | Avg. net price $6,946 |
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North Central Missouri College
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Location Savannah, MO | Enrollment 1,286 | Avg. net price $13,084 |
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St. Louis Community College
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Location Wildwood, MO | Enrollment 11,788 | Avg. net price $2,967 |
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State Fair Community College
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Location Sedalia, MO | Enrollment 2,694 | Avg. net price $9,656 |
Three Rivers College – MO
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Location Poplar Bluff, MO | Enrollment 1,844 | Avg. net price $9,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Missouri State University – West Plains JUCO?
Yes, Missouri State University – West Plains is a JUCO program in the Missouri College Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Missouri State University – West Plains men's basketball.
What conference is Missouri State University – West Plains in?
Missouri State University – West Plains competes in the Missouri College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Missouri State University – West Plains?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $12,068 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 Missouri State University – West Plains?
College Scorecard reports approximately 965 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Missouri State University – West Plains?
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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.