Head Coach
Evan Jenkins
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Evan Jenkins | Head Coach/FCA Chair | ejenkins@lifepacific.edu |
| Brandon Burke | Lead Assistant Coach | bburke@lifepacific.edu |
About Life Pacific University Basketball
Life Pacific's basketball program represents something real: a place where your work ethic gets recognized and your growth matters. Head coach Tim Cook has built a culture centered on development and accountability, creating an environment where players genuinely improve year to year. Competing in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference, the Eagles face consistent competition that demands discipline and basketball IQ, the kind of pressure that shapes better players. What sets Life Pacific apart is the integration of athletics with campus life in San Dimas. You're not isolated as a basketball player; you're part of a smaller community where your character and leadership are visible across campus. The program values players who embrace that responsibility. Coach Cook prioritizes recruiting individuals committed to the process of getting better, whether that's through strength training, film study, or team dynamics. The Eagles don't just win games, they develop players who understand what it takes to compete at this level. This is a program for the recruit who's tired of surface-level promises and wants genuine opportunity. If you've worked hard to get here, Life Pacific offers the chance to keep climbing with a coaching staff that invests in your trajectory. 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/.
Net price
$26,892/yr
Grad rate
49%
Enrollment
456
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $26,892 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $25,821 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $23,855 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $25,606 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $25,155 / year
- $110,001+
- $31,219 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 456
- Average net price
- $26,892 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $23,224 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $23,224 / year
- Graduation rate
- 49%
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 Life Pacific University NAIA?
Yes, Life Pacific University is an NAIA program in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Life Pacific University men's basketball.
What conference is Life Pacific University in?
Life Pacific University competes in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Life Pacific University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $26,892 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Life Pacific University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 456 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Life Pacific 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.
NAIA Programs Like Life Pacific University Are Recruiting Right Now
NAIA coaches fill roster spots on a rolling basis, and the best opportunities go to players who are already prepared when a need opens up. FCP builds readiness so you can respond to Life Pacific University and programs like it at the right moment.
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.