Head Coach
John D'Antonio
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About SUNY - ESF Basketball
Every practice at SUNY ESF begins the same way: players stepping onto a court that's been the backdrop for decades of student-athletes who chose to build something meaningful rather than chase headlines. Head coach John D'Antonio has cultivated a program rooted in the USCAA Atlantic Conference that prioritizes the complete student-athlete, one who competes hard, studies harder, and understands that college basketball is a bridge, not a destination. The program's identity runs deep in upstate New York's athletic culture. ESF basketball attracts players who want to develop their craft in an environment where coaching matters and individual growth is measured beyond box scores. D'Antonio's approach emphasizes skill development, basketball IQ, and the kind of resilience that carries forward whether you play professionally or pursue opportunities beyond the game. The atmosphere reflects a program that respects the grind: film sessions are serious, conditioning is non-negotiable, and playing time is earned through commitment in practice and the classroom. SUNY ESF draws recruits looking for genuine development in a competitive but supportive setting. The USCAA Atlantic Conference offers consistent competition and the chance to play meaningful basketball without the recruiting circus. Alumni have gone on to play at higher levels, but more importantly, they've gone on to lead in their fields and communities. This is where purpose meets preparation. 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/.
Net price
$18,375/yr
Grad rate
72%
Enrollment
1,839
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,375 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $9,258 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,486 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $17,303 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,031 / year
- $110,001+
- $24,772 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,839
- Average net price
- $18,375 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,303 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $23,253 / year
- Graduation rate
- 72%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
USCAA Atlantic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Bryant & Stratton College - Albany
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Location Albany, NY | Enrollment 240 | Avg. net price $13,963 |
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Bryant & Stratton College - Buffalo
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Location Buffalo, NY | Enrollment 743 | Avg. net price $12,430 |
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Bryant & Stratton – Greece
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Location Rochester, NY | Enrollment 363 | Avg. net price $13,189 |
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Bryant & Stratton – Syracuse
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Location Liverpool, NY | Enrollment 458 | Avg. net price $11,093 |
SUNY - ESF
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Location Syracuse, NY | Enrollment 1,839 | Avg. net price $18,375 |
Villa Maria College
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Location Buffalo, NY | Enrollment 603 | Avg. net price $12,863 |
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to SUNY - ESF
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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.