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About University of Michigan-Dearborn Basketball
University of Michigan-Dearborn plays NAIA basketball, which means you're looking at a program that competes hard but doesn't get national ESPN coverage. That's the honest starting point. Head coach Domenic Policicchio III runs a disciplined squad in the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference where league play is competitive and every win matters. What works here: You'll get genuine playing time as a freshman if you're ready. The roster isn't overloaded with NBA-track talent, so the ball moves to capable guards and forwards who can execute. The coaching staff develops players steadily over four years rather than expecting immediate polish. Classes are small enough that professors know your name, and the campus sits in Dearborn with real proximity to Detroit—not isolation. The reality: This is a regional program. Your parents probably won't see you on national broadcasts. Scouts aren't camping out at NAIA games. But if you're a solid Division II-caliber player looking for real minutes, a Michigan degree, and a structured environment, this program delivers that. The academic support is legitimate, not afterthought. You fit here if you're self-motivated, coachable, and understand that great development happens in mid-major spaces where effort actually gets rewarded with playing time. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap— through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
NAIA programs can offer scholarships and a high level of competition in a smaller-school environment. Learn about NAIA basketball scholarships and how this division compares to JUCO options before finalizing your recruiting list.
What Recruits Should Know About NAIA Basketball
The Wolverine–Hoosier Athletic Conference operates within the NAIA, where scholarship opportunities exist but recruiting timelines and standards differ from NCAA programs. NAIA coaches recruit primarily through direct outreach, exposure events, and coach-to-coach referrals. Academic requirements are governed by the NAIA Eligibility Center — a separate process from the NCAA.
University of Michigan-Dearborn and its Wolverine–Hoosier Athletic Conference peers offer full and partial scholarships to players who fit their system. Smaller rosters mean more playing time for the right player, and NAIA programs regularly produce players who transfer up to D2 and D1. Getting evaluated starts with sending updated film and a clear academic transcript directly to the coaching staff.
Film Preparation: Getting Ready for University of Michigan-Dearborn's Coaching Staff
NAIA coaches don't have time to watch unorganized raw footage — they need a film package that immediately shows what you can do in a system that mirrors college-level play. FCP's post-grad program builds your highlight film through a structured competitive schedule against opponents that NAIA coaches recognize, so your footage carries real weight when it arrives in their inbox.
We coach players on exactly how to present their film to programs like University of Michigan-Dearborn, including timing, format, and the specific moments coaches focus on. Apply now to start building footage worth sending.
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 University of Michigan-Dearborn.
The Commitment University of Michigan-Dearborn Respects
NAIA coaches at programs like University of Michigan-Dearborn 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.
Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated April 2026