Head Coach
Adam Lynch
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-16 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Lynch | Head Coach | adam.lynch@northwestu.edu |
| Richard Stephens | Assistant Coach | rich.stephens@northwestu.edu |
| Nash Wobrock | Assistant Coach | nash.wobrock@northwestu.edu |
| Chris Edward | Assistant Coach | christopher.edward@northwestu.edu |
About Northwest University Basketball
At Northwest University, basketball is built on genuine relationships. Rick Skeen leads a program where players aren't just roster spots, they're known by name, challenged personally, and invested in as people. That's what the Cascade Collegiate Conference environment allows: a setting where your coach remembers what matters to you off the court and structures your development around it. The NAIA level at Northwest emphasizes intentional player development. You'll compete in a conference that values competitive basketball while maintaining a community feel. The Kirkland campus culture attracts student-athletes who want to be part of something connected, not just part of a machine. Coaches here have the capacity to build individual trajectories, adapting to how you learn and what pushes you forward. What distinguishes this program is the balance between competitive excellence and relational authenticity. You won't get lost in a massive rotation or disappear from your coaching staff's radar. Skeen's approach centers on knowing his players, their strengths, growth areas, and character. That doesn't mean less demanding basketball. It means your improvement plan is personalized, your voice is heard, and your role is clear. If you're looking for a program where belonging matters as much as winning, where coaches genuinely invest in your growth trajectory, Northwest offers a rare combination: serious basketball development wrapped in real community. 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.
Net price
$22,071/yr
Grad rate
67%
Enrollment
645
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $22,071 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $19,797 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $19,570 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $17,184 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,547 / year
- $110,001+
- $26,012 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 645
- Average net price
- $22,071 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $37,360 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $37,360 / year
- Graduation rate
- 67%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cascade Collegiate Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Bushnell University
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Location Eugene, OR | Enrollment 517 | Avg. net price $19,624 |
Corban University
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Location Salem, OR | Enrollment 678 | Avg. net price $32,913 |
Eastern Oregon University
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Location La Grande, OR | Enrollment 2,172 | Avg. net price $15,665 |
Lewis-Clark State College
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Location Lewiston, ID | Enrollment 2,385 | Avg. net price $13,632 |
Multnomah University
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Location Portland, OR | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Northwest University
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Location Kirkland, WA | Enrollment 645 | Avg. net price $22,071 |
Oregon Institute of Technology
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Location Klamath Falls, OR | Enrollment 2,892 | Avg. net price $17,499 |
Southern Oregon University
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Location Ashland, OR | Enrollment 2,751 | Avg. net price $20,998 |
The College of Idaho
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Location Caldwell, ID | Enrollment 1,041 | Avg. net price $19,602 |
The Evergreen State College
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Location Olympia, WA | Enrollment 2,160 | Avg. net price $25,154 |
Trinity International University
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Location Deerfield, IL | Enrollment 55 | Avg. net price — |
| University of the Cumberlands View program → | Location Williamsburg, KY | Enrollment 6,941 | Avg. net price $13,885 |
Walla Walla University
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Location College Place, WA | Enrollment 1,252 | Avg. net price $27,786 |
Warner Pacific University
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Location Portland, OR | Enrollment 375 | Avg. net price $17,739 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest University NAIA?
Yes, Northwest University is an NAIA program in the Cascade Collegiate Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Northwest University men's basketball.
What conference is Northwest University in?
Northwest University competes in the Cascade Collegiate Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Northwest University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $22,071 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Northwest University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 645 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Northwest 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.
The Commitment Northwest University Respects
NAIA coaches at programs like Northwest University extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
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.