Head Coach
Casey Bruggeman
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Bruggeman | Head Coach | casey.bruggeman@uj.edu |
| Tath Dak | Assistant Coach | tathloch.dak@uj.edu |
| Nate Symens | Assistant Coach | nathan.symens@uj.edu |
| Ryder Weischedel | Strength and Conditioning Coach | ryder.weischedel@uj.edu |
| Nolan Love | Athletic Trainer | nolan.love@uj.edu |
About University of Jamestown Basketball
The Great Plains Athletic Conference operates differently than many NAIA leagues, it's tightly competitive and built on programs that develop players systematically rather than chase quick wins. University of Jamestown fits that mold precisely. Head coach Danny Neville has built a culture centered on consistency and player development, prioritizing roster stability and long-term growth over roster churn. That approach filters down to recruitment: Jamestown looks for guards and forwards who understand that earning playing time takes work and that the path often runs through the bench first. The program values basketball IQ and coachability over raw athleticism alone. In the GPAC, turnovers and defensive execution separate contenders from the rest, and Neville's teams typically reflect that priority. If you're a player who thrives on specific feedback and incremental improvement, Jamestown's environment rewards that mentality. The North Dakota location means weather is a factor, this isn't a program for players seeking soft landings, but for those serious about competing in a Midwestern athletic culture. Jamestown's roster construction leans toward three-point shooting and ball movement in recent years, so perimeter players who can space the floor or initiate offense have clear pathways to minutes. Post players need to move well and understand spacing concepts rather than camp in the paint. The GPAC schedule provides consistent competition that prepares players for postseason play. 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
$19,440/yr
Grad rate
52%
Enrollment
1,041
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $19,440 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $16,904 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $16,667 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,164 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,397 / year
- $110,001+
- $22,004 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,041
- Average net price
- $19,440 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $25,490 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $25,490 / year
- Graduation rate
- 52%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Plains Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Briar Cliff University
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Location Sioux City, IA | Enrollment 624 | Avg. net price $27,472 |
Concordia University
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Location Seward, NE | Enrollment 1,283 | Avg. net price $24,521 |
Dakota Wesleyan University
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Location Mitchell, SD | Enrollment 670 | Avg. net price $24,039 |
Doane University
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Location , NE | Enrollment 978 | Avg. net price $28,885 |
Dordt University
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Location Sioux Center, IA | Enrollment 1,597 | Avg. net price $25,944 |
Hastings College
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Location Hastings, NE | Enrollment 891 | Avg. net price $22,320 |
Midland University
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Location Fremont, NE | Enrollment 1,159 | Avg. net price $24,320 |
Morningside University
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Location Sioux City, IA | Enrollment 1,163 | Avg. net price $23,505 |
Mount Marty University
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Location Yankton, SD | Enrollment 697 | Avg. net price $21,395 |
Northwestern College
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Location Orange City, IA | Enrollment 1,175 | Avg. net price $24,716 |
Presentation College
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Location Aberdeen, SD | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
University of Jamestown
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Location , ND | Enrollment 1,041 | Avg. net price $19,440 |
Waldorf University
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Location Forest City, IA | Enrollment 1,827 | Avg. net price $24,003 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Jamestown NAIA?
Yes, University of Jamestown is an NAIA program in the Great Plains Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of Jamestown men's basketball.
What conference is University of Jamestown in?
University of Jamestown competes in the Great Plains Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of Jamestown?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,440 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at University of Jamestown?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,041 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of Jamestown?
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.
University of Jamestown Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a NAIA program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when University of Jamestown's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
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.