Head Coach
David Cone
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| David Cone | Head Men's Basketball Coach | dcone@simpsonu.edu |
| Jordan Spaschak | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | jspaschak@simpsonu.edu |
| Matt Doyon | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | ddoyon@simpsonu.edu |
About Simpson University Basketball
Simpson University plays NAIA basketball in the California Pacific Conference, and this is a program that rewards players who want meaningful minutes and genuine development. Head coach Todd Franklin builds his roster around work ethic and coachability, not hype. You'll compete against solid regional opponents and get real playing time to develop your game on a consistent basis. This is where players who need time to grow actually get it. Simpson doesn't promise overnight stardom; it offers a realistic path to improvement within a competitive conference structure. The program emphasizes fundamentals, basketball IQ, and the kind of consistent effort that translates to winning. You'll face good teams, play in front of crowds that care, and develop relationships with coaching staff who know your game inside and out. Academically, Simpson provides a legitimate college education in a manageable setting. Redding is a solid community with fewer distractions than larger college towns, which appeals to players serious about both their sport and their degree. The California Pacific Conference competition is legit, you won't blow anyone out, but you'll be tested regularly. If you're realistic about your level, want actual playing time, and value development over false promises, Simpson is worth your consideration. Coach Franklin respects players who show up ready to work. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Net price
$28,219/yr
Grad rate
35%
Enrollment
809
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $28,219 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $26,982 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $22,147 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $23,640 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $26,739 / year
- $110,001+
- $33,411 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 809
- Average net price
- $28,219 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $40,880 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $40,880 / year
- Graduation rate
- 35%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
California Pacific Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
California State University-Maritime
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Location , CA | Enrollment 804 | Avg. net price $17,793 |
Menlo College
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Location , CA | Enrollment 752 | Avg. net price $32,324 |
Northern New Mexico College
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Location Española, NM | Enrollment 926 | Avg. net price $3,919 |
Pacific Union College
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Location Angwin, CA | Enrollment 805 | Avg. net price $25,891 |
Simpson University
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Location Redding, CA | Enrollment 809 | Avg. net price $28,219 |
University of Saint Katherine
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Location , CA | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
| Westcliff University View program → | Location Irvine, CA | Enrollment 2,363 | Avg. net price $30,505 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simpson University NAIA?
Yes, Simpson University is an NAIA program in the California Pacific Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Simpson University men's basketball.
What conference is Simpson University in?
Simpson University competes in the California Pacific Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Simpson University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $28,219 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Simpson University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 809 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Simpson 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.
Let an FCP Coach Help You Get to Simpson 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.