South Mountain Community College Men's Basketball

JUCO Arizona Community College Athletic Conference Arizona

South Mountain Community College

· Men's Basketball

JUCO Arizona Community College Athletic Conference

Daniel Nichols

Head Coach

Daniel Nichols

Daniel.nichols@southmountaincc.edu

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About South Mountain Community College Basketball

South Mountain Community College offers a direct path to four-year basketball and a degree. Playing in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference, you'll compete against established junior college programs while earning credits that transfer seamlessly. Head Coach Daniel Nichols builds rosters around players who can impact games immediately, freshmen and sophomores who understand that this level demands maturity both on the court and in the classroom. Here's the practical reality: junior college is your reset button. Whether you're refining skills, adding size, or proving you're ready for a university environment, South Mountain gives you two years to demonstrate growth. The NJCAA schedule is competitive, and the transfer portal is active, coaches at four-year programs watch these games. Your academic progress matters equally; Arizona's community college system ensures your degree holds value regardless of where your basketball journey leads next. You'll develop under a coach who values accountability and tangible improvement. The ACCAC conference prepares you for the intensity and structure you'll face at the Division I, II, or III level. Playing time is earned here, and the competition pushes you to be better than you were as a high school player. This is about positioning yourself, athletically and academically, for what comes after. South Mountain doesn't promise shortcuts; it promises a legitimate opportunity to advance. 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/.

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Net price

$10,386/yr

Grad rate

17%

Enrollment

3,645

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

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

Average net price: $10,386 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $9,793 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $9,918 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $10,163 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $12,746 / year
$110,001+: $16,862 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 3,645
Average net price: $10,386 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $2,358 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $8,958 / year
Graduation rate: 17%

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

Arizona Community College Athletic Conference Teams

Arizona Community College Athletic Conference men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Arizona Western College View program →	Location Yuma, AZ	Enrollment 6,374	Avg. net price $8,825
Central Arizona College View program →	Location Phoenix, AZ	Enrollment 4,912	Avg. net price $1,161
Chandler-Gilbert Community College View program →	Location Chandler, AZ	Enrollment 5,051	Avg. net price $10,579
Cochise College View program →	Location Cochise, AZ	Enrollment 3,096	Avg. net price $7,684
Eastern Arizona College View program →	Location Thatcher, AZ	Enrollment 2,643	Avg. net price $9,309
Glendale Community College View program →	Location Glendale, AZ	Enrollment 11,975	Avg. net price $9,688
Phoenix College View program →	Location Phoenix, AZ	Enrollment 8,555	Avg. net price $10,160
Pima Community College View program →	Location Tucson, AZ	Enrollment 14,242	Avg. net price $3,976
Scottsdale Community College View program →	Location Scottsdale, AZ	Enrollment 5,377	Avg. net price $10,569
South Mountain Community College View program →	Location Phoenix, AZ	Enrollment 3,645	Avg. net price $10,386

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Mountain Community College JUCO?

Yes, South Mountain Community College is a JUCO program in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for South Mountain Community College men's basketball.

What conference is South Mountain Community College in?

South Mountain Community College competes in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at South Mountain Community College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $10,386 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 South Mountain Community College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 3,645 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to South Mountain Community 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.