Temple College Men's Basketball
Temple College (TC) · Temple, Texas · Public university
Temple College Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Temple College who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Temple College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NJCAA
- Conference
- Region 5
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- tcleopards.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 32% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Temple College in Temple.
- Location
- Temple, Texas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- templejc.edu
About Temple College Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Clifton Ellis, the Head Men's Basketball Coach, leads the Temple College Men's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified September 2026. Temple College (TC) competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Basketball as a member of the Region 5. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Temple College is a public school in Temple, Texas with 5,274 undergraduates and an average net price of $7,375 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Temple College Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Clifton Ellis, the Head Men's Basketball Coach and Alex Nixon, the Assistant Men's Basketball Coach - Recruiting Coordinator. Temple College has 3 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Clifton can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Temple College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Clifton Ellis at Temple College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach CliftonHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Temple College Men's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Temple College JUCO?
Yes. Temple College competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Basketball, in the Region 5.
Is Temple College public or private?
Temple College is a public school in Temple, Texas.
What conference is Temple College Men's Basketball in?
The Region 5.
Does Temple College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
Temple College competes in NJCAA junior college, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Temple College Men's Basketball have?
3 coaches, led by Clifton Ellis, the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Temple College Men's Basketball?
Clifton Ellis is the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
Who is the recruiting coordinator for Temple College Men's Basketball?
Alex Nixon, Assistant Men's Basketball Coach - Recruiting Coordinator.
When can Temple College Men's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Temple College Men's Basketball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Temple College cost?
In-state tuition is $1,320 and out-of-state tuition is $2,832 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,375.
How do I contact the Temple College Men's Basketball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
