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About Montreat College Basketball
You're at a crossroads: ready to play college basketball, but unsure if you're quite there yet. That feeling is normal, and it's exactly why Montreat College exists for players like you. Head Coach Garrett Jones runs a program in the Appalachian Athletic Conference that understands the journey. He's built something intentional here—a place where you get genuine development, not just minutes. Montreat emphasizes fundamentals, basketball IQ, and the kind of growth that translates beyond the court. You'll compete against quality opponents in a conference that respects the game, and you'll do it on a campus that actually feels like a community. The reality is simple: college basketball demands maturity on and off the court. Jones and his staff invest in that. They're not looking for finished products; they're looking for players willing to work, improve, and represent something bigger than themselves. Your role matters here because the program is built around player development as a core value. Montreat gives you the structure and coaching to take the next step. But if you're serious about arriving as a college-ready player—technically sharp and physically prepared—you might want to consider one more year of focused preparation first. Players who arrive at college campus-ready—technically polished and physically prepared—get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post-graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.
Getting recruited at this level requires more than raw talent — coaches need to see your film at the right moment, your eligibility paperwork must be in order, and your tournament exposure has to match the standard the program is recruiting to.
Preparing for NAIA Basketball at Montreat College
NAIA programs recruit players who show consistent improvement and competitive readiness. FCP's post-graduate year bridges the gap between high school and college-level play, giving athletes the film and academic standing NAIA coaches require.
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 Montreat College.
Targeting Montreat College?
FCP coaches understand what NAIA programs like Montreat College look for in a recruit. We build players' film, exposure, and eligibility profiles to match exactly what coaches at this level need to see before making an offer.
Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026