Head Coach
Steve Ball
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Napa Valley College Basketball
Napa Valley College plays competitive NJCAA basketball in the Bay Valley Conference, operating under head coach Steve Ball's system that emphasizes defensive intensity and ball movement. This is a junior college program that values discipline, players who accept the developmental role of the JUCO level tend to thrive here. The roster reflects a mix of athletic guards and versatile frontcourt players willing to grind through a conference schedule that demands consistency and execution over flash. Ball's approach centers on player development and preparation for the next level. Napa Valley recruits student-athletes serious about using their two years strategically: improving fundamentals, building strength, and earning film for D2 or D3 transfer opportunities. The program operates in a competitive regional conference where execution matters. You'll see disciplined offensive sets and team-oriented play rather than isolation-heavy systems. This fit works for players who need playing time to develop, have legitimate college aspirations, and understand the JUCO pathway as a legitimate accelerator, not a fallback. Napa Valley expects accountability and maturity. The Bay Valley Conference includes several respected programs, so conference wins carry weight on a transfer resume. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Net price
$3,152/yr
Grad rate
35%
Enrollment
3,813
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $3,152 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $3,161 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $3,273 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $7,207 / year
- $110,001+
- $10,859 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,813
- Average net price
- $3,152 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $1,156 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $12,532 / year
- Graduation rate
- 35%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Bay Valley Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chabot College View program → | Location Hayward, CA | Enrollment 11,392 | Avg. net price $9,873 |
| City College of San Francisco View program → | Location San Francisco, CA | Enrollment 17,348 | Avg. net price $5,852 |
| College of Alameda View program → | Location Alameda, CA | Enrollment 4,487 | Avg. net price $294 |
| College of Marin View program → | Location Kentfield, CA | Enrollment 4,042 | Avg. net price $23,388 |
| College of San Mateo View program → | Location San Mateo, CA | Enrollment 7,977 | Avg. net price — |
| Contra Costa College View program → | Location San Pablo, CA | Enrollment 5,203 | Avg. net price $25,657 |
| De Anza College View program → | Location Cupertino, CA | Enrollment 15,264 | Avg. net price $3,801 |
| Diablo Valley College View program → | Location Pleasant Hill, CA | Enrollment 15,358 | Avg. net price $710 |
| Foothill College View program → | Location Pasadena, CA | Enrollment 11,137 | Avg. net price $2,851 |
| Gavilan College View program → | Location Gilroy, CA | Enrollment 4,786 | Avg. net price $22,074 |
| Las Positas College View program → | Location Livermore, CA | Enrollment 7,299 | Avg. net price $22,259 |
| Los Medanos College View program → | Location Pittsburg, CA | Enrollment 7,320 | Avg. net price $25,231 |
| Napa Valley College View program → | Location Napa, CA | Enrollment 3,813 | Avg. net price $3,152 |
| Ohlone College View program → | Location Fremont, CA | Enrollment 7,099 | Avg. net price $6,828 |
| San Jose City College View program → | Location San Jose, CA | Enrollment 7,105 | Avg. net price $15,965 |
| Santa Rosa Junior College View program → | Location Santa Rosa, CA | Enrollment 15,080 | Avg. net price $6,765 |
| Skyline College View program → | Location Susanville, CA | Enrollment 7,620 | Avg. net price $616 |
| Solano Community College View program → | Location Solano, CA | Enrollment 8,061 | Avg. net price $2,905 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Napa Valley College JUCO?
Yes, Napa Valley College is a JUCO program in the Bay Valley Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Napa Valley College men's basketball.
What conference is Napa Valley College in?
Napa Valley College competes in the Bay Valley Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Napa Valley College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $3,152 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 Napa Valley College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,813 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Napa 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.
Your Eligibility for Napa Valley College Starts Today
Eligibility problems discovered late cost players their best opportunities. FCP's academic support team works proactively to ensure every player is cleared before JUCO coaches ask the question, so when Napa Valley College's staff is interested, the answer is ready.
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.