Head Coach
Ethan Lowe
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ethan Lowe | Head Coach | elowe@lasierra.edu |
| Brandhon Thomas | Assistant Coach | btho233@lasierra.edu |
About La Sierra University Basketball
You need to be ready to compete every single day. La Sierra University's program in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference doesn't ease you in, it pushes you from day one. Head coach Ethan Lowe builds rosters of players who understand that NAIA basketball demands serious preparation and relentless work ethic. The Warriors play a style that rewards skill development and basketball IQ. Lowe's system emphasizes ball movement, defensive intensity, and players who can think the game. You'll be expected to contribute immediately, whether that means spacing the floor, defending multiple positions, or running the offense with precision. Riverside's campus gives you a solid community setting while you develop your craft at the collegiate level. This program values consistency and improvement. You won't get handed minutes, you'll earn them through preparation, focus, and willingness to compete against your teammates daily. The Great Southwest Athletic Conference offers legitimate competition and exposure for players who show they belong. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$22,767/yr
Grad rate
52%
Enrollment
1,116
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $22,767 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $21,448 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $19,323 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $20,276 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $22,983 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,957 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,116
- Average net price
- $22,767 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $38,862 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $38,862 / year
- Graduation rate
- 52%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Southwest Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Arizona Christian University
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Location Phoenix, AZ | Enrollment 1,165 | Avg. net price $36,720 |
| Benedictine University at Mesa View program → | Location Mesa, AZ | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University View program → | Location Prescott, AZ | Enrollment 3,218 | Avg. net price $38,102 |
Hope International University
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Location Fullerton, CA | Enrollment 564 | Avg. net price $31,029 |
La Sierra University
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Location Riverside, CA | Enrollment 1,116 | Avg. net price $22,767 |
Life Pacific University
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Location San Dimas, CA | Enrollment 456 | Avg. net price $26,892 |
| Ottawa University Arizona View program → | Location Surprise, AZ | Enrollment 836 | Avg. net price $36,118 |
| Park University Gilbert View program → | Location Gilbert, AZ | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
The Master's University
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Location Santa Clarita, CA | Enrollment 1,622 | Avg. net price $33,777 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Sierra University NAIA?
Yes, La Sierra University is an NAIA program in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for La Sierra University men's basketball.
What conference is La Sierra University in?
La Sierra University competes in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at La Sierra University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $22,767 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at La Sierra University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,116 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to La Sierra 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.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to La Sierra 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 2026-11-04.