Head Coach
Matt Wargo
matthew.wargo@keiseruniversity.edu
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Spinner | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach/Recruiting Coordinator | mspinner@keiseruniversity.edu |
| Payton Hulsey | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | payton.hulsey@keiseruniversity.edu |
| Matt Wargo | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach/Developmental Team Head Coach | matthew.wargo@keiseruniversity.edu |
About Keiser University Basketball
The Sun Conference operates with a different competitive calendar and recruiting rhythm than most NAIA conferences, games often cluster in specific windows, which means roster depth and player development matter more than raw talent alone. Keiser understands this. Head coach Marcus "Chief" Bryant has built a program that thrives on consistency and player retention, prioritizing guards who can manage pace and wings with size versatility. The West Palm Beach location sits in a recruiting hotbed, and Bryant leverages that geography to reload annually without chasing the portal constantly. Keiser's style emphasizes ball movement and perimeter shooting over iso-heavy offense. If you're a three-level scorer or a point guard who sees angles before they open, this fits. Bryant's staff values character and coachability, they're not looking for projects; they want players ready to contribute immediately and grow within a system. The program maintains solid graduation rates and has developed several players into post-college opportunities. The Sun Conference is competitive but navigable for the right player. Keiser plays in a region where travel is manageable, and the athletic department invests in the program's infrastructure. This isn't a mid-major with major resources, but it's a legitimate mid-level NAIA program with stability and a coach who understands player development. The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program 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 Sun 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.
Keiser University and its Sun 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.
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Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Keiser University
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.