Head Coach
Brandon Giles
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Polk State College Basketball
Polk State produces guards and ball-handlers who thrive in transition-heavy systems. Coach Brandon Giles builds rosters around pace and three-point shooting, which means the program values perimeter skills and basketball IQ above raw athleticism alone. The Mid-Florida Conference is competitive but navigable, squads here are typically 15-20 deep, with clear minutes available for role players who defend and execute within system. The roster skews toward players in their first or second year of junior college, some working back from injuries, others proving they belong at the four-year level. Polk State's style demands efficiency over volume; players who shoot 35-40% from three and commit fewer than three turnovers per game fit immediately. The program also values versatility on defense; guards capable of switching onto forwards are particularly useful. Academics matter here. NJCAA eligibility requires maintenance, and Polk State tracks progress. You won't find elite facilities or recruiting budgets, but you will find a coaching staff that teaches, film work is serious, and individual skill development happens daily. Fit this program if you're a proven ball-handler, a capable shooter, or a defender willing to guard multiple positions. If you need volume scoring opportunities or plan to sit and develop passively, look elsewhere. Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.
Net price
$7,232/yr
Grad rate
33%
Enrollment
7,180
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $7,232 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $6,825 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,927 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $7,234 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $8,782 / year
- $110,001+
- $10,420 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,180
- Average net price
- $7,232 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $2,694 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $9,817 / year
- Graduation rate
- 33%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Mid-Florida Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Eastern Florida State College
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Location Titusville, FL | Enrollment 10,490 | Avg. net price $4,092 |
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Hillsborough Community College
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Location Tampa, FL | Enrollment 21,472 | Avg. net price $3,594 |
Pasco-Hernando State College
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Location Pasco, FL | Enrollment 6,900 | Avg. net price $4,278 |
Polk State College
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Location Lakeland, FL | Enrollment 7,180 | Avg. net price $7,232 |
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St. Petersburg College
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Location Saint Petersburg, FL | Enrollment 18,950 | Avg. net price $1,079 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polk State College JUCO?
Yes, Polk State College is a JUCO program in the Mid-Florida Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Polk State College men's basketball.
What conference is Polk State College in?
Polk State College competes in the Mid-Florida Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Polk State College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,232 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 Polk State College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,180 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Polk State 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.
FCP Has Helped Players Reach Every Level, Including JUCO
Our track record of placing players at JUCO programs is built one athlete at a time. FCP alumni compete across the country at programs with the same standards as Polk State College. Your path starts with applying and committing to the process.
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.