Head Coach
Krayton Nash
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Cardinal Stritch University Basketball
Cardinal Stritch basketball is a competitive NAIA program in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference that offers genuine playing time and a clear development pathway. This isn't a program that builds recruits from the ground up, head coach Krayton Nash wants players who arrive ready to contribute and compete in a conference that demands execution and consistency. What you get here is honest feedback, real minutes, and the chance to develop your game in a structured environment. The academic standards are legitimate, and the athletic standards match that rigor. If you're a player who respects coaching, learns quickly, and wants to play in a competitive NAIA conference rather than ride the bench at a higher level, Cardinal Stritch is worth serious consideration. The Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference brings solid competition week to week. You'll face programs that prepare you for the physical and tactical demands of college basketball. Nash's program values fundamentals, ball movement, and defensive intensity, if those align with how you play, you'll fit the culture. This is a realistic opportunity for guards and wings who can handle ball pressure and shooters who can space the floor. Post players who can move and finish around the basket find opportunities here too. You won't get inflated promises. What you will get is a structured program, honest evaluation, and the chance to play meaningful minutes at the college level. 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/.
Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Calumet College of St. Joseph
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Location Whiting, IN | Enrollment 529 | Avg. net price $18,778 |
Cardinal Stritch University
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Location Charleston, WI | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Governors State University
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Location University Park, IL | Enrollment 2,556 | Avg. net price $15,833 |
Holy Cross College
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Location Notre Dame, IN | Enrollment 639 | Avg. net price $24,547 |
| Indiana University Northwest View program → | Location Gary, IN | Enrollment 2,661 | Avg. net price $5,567 |
Indiana University-South Bend
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Location South Bend, IN | Enrollment 3,933 | Avg. net price $8,607 |
Judson University
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Location Elgin, IL | Enrollment 708 | Avg. net price $19,224 |
Olivet Nazarene University
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Location Bourbonnais, IL | Enrollment 2,603 | Avg. net price $19,978 |
Roosevelt University
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Location , IL | Enrollment 2,849 | Avg. net price $21,512 |
Saint Xavier University
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Location Chicago, IL | Enrollment 3,096 | Avg. net price $10,171 |
St. Ambrose University
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Location Davenport, IA | Enrollment 1,916 | Avg. net price $23,689 |
Trinity Christian College
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Location , IL | Enrollment 820 | Avg. net price $15,155 |
University of St. Francis
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Location Joliet, IL | Enrollment 1,223 | Avg. net price $15,961 |
Viterbo University
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Location La Crosse, WI | Enrollment 1,249 | Avg. net price $22,797 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cardinal Stritch University NAIA?
Yes, Cardinal Stritch University is an NAIA program in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Cardinal Stritch University men's basketball.
What conference is Cardinal Stritch University in?
Cardinal Stritch University competes in the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
How do I get recruited to Cardinal Stritch University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for NAIA, 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 NAIA programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Let an FCP Coach Help You Get to Cardinal Stritch University
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