Basketball Staff Contacts
Loading staff directory…
About Avila University Basketball
Avila University basketball is built on a deliberate development model. Head coach Bill Sloan constructs a system where players understand their role in a larger strategic framework—one that emphasizes ball movement, defensive positioning, and calculated decision-making over individual heroics. This approach pays dividends over a four-year commitment. Playing in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Association positions you in a competitive NAIA conference where consistency matters. Avila's program prioritizes players who recognize that college basketball is a chess match: spacing, timing, and knowing when to execute versus when to move without the ball. The coaching staff values basketball intelligence as much as athleticism. The Kansas City location provides exposure without the isolation of smaller markets, and Avila's academic structure supports serious student-athletes who need flexibility. Sloan's teams play a deliberate brand of basketball that translates whether your path leads to professional opportunities or you're building a foundation for life after competition. This program rewards players who buy into a system, stay patient through their development timeline, and understand that winning is built through execution rather than flash. If you're the type of player who sees the court three moves ahead and respects a coaching philosophy, Avila offers genuine opportunity to compete and grow within a structured, respected program. 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.
NAIA programs can offer scholarships and a high level of competition in a smaller-school environment. Learn about NAIA basketball scholarships and how this division compares to JUCO options before finalizing your recruiting list.
What Recruits Should Know About NAIA Basketball
The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference operates within the NAIA, where scholarship opportunities exist but recruiting timelines and standards differ from NCAA programs. NAIA coaches recruit primarily through direct outreach, exposure events, and coach-to-coach referrals. Academic requirements are governed by the NAIA Eligibility Center — a separate process from the NCAA.
Avila University and its Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference peers offer full and partial scholarships to players who fit their system. Smaller rosters mean more playing time for the right player, and NAIA programs regularly produce players who transfer up to D2 and D1. Getting evaluated starts with sending updated film and a clear academic transcript directly to the coaching staff.
Skill Development That Meets NAIA Standards
Talent alone doesn't get you to Avila University — you need to demonstrate skills within a system that translates directly to the NAIA game. FCP's post-graduate program is built around skill development that mirrors college-level demands: off-ball movement, defensive positioning, late-game decision making, and the conditioning to play 30+ minutes at pace.
Players who graduate from FCP arrive at NAIA programs ready to compete immediately, not just practice. Apply to FCP or explore our Spartan Training program to see the development model we use.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Avila University.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Avila University
Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait — they arrive at NAIA evaluations already prepared for what programs like Avila University require.
Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated April 2026