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About Taylor University Basketball
Taylor demands players who show up ready to compete. Coach Josh Andrews builds his Crossroads League roster around guys who've put in the work before they arrive in Upland. Half-measures don't cut it here. This program moves fast. Andrews develops ball handlers and three-point shooters—the modern game requires both. He values coachability over ego. Players who embrace film study and defensive principles climb the rotation. Those who don't sit. The Crossroads League is competitive. Every night matters. Taylor competes against programs that recruit hungry, prepared athletes. You'll face quality opposition. That pressure either hardens you or breaks you. What separates Taylor commits from the rest? They understand the gap between high school and college basketball isn't small. They know arriving soft means watching from the bench. Andrews doesn't develop players—he accelerates players who've already started the work. Upland gives you a tight-knit campus where your game becomes your identity. No distractions. Just basketball, academics, and the daily grind of becoming what you promised. The question isn't whether Taylor is right for you. It's whether you're ready to be what Taylor requires. 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 Taylor University
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 Taylor University.
Targeting Taylor University?
FCP coaches understand what NAIA programs like Taylor University 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