Doane University Women's Basketball
Doane University (Doane) · Crete, Nebraska · Private nonprofit university
Doane University Women's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Doane University who recruit Women's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Doane University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Great Plains Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- midlandathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Neither Required nor Recommended
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 57% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Doane University in Crete.
- Location
- Crete, Nebraska
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- doane.edu
About Doane University Women's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Ian McKeithen, the Head Coach, leads the Doane University Women's Basketball staff of 10 coaches, verified October 2026. Doane University (Doane) competes in NAIA Women's Basketball as a member of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Doane University is a small private school in Crete, Nebraska with 1,985 undergraduates, a 98% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,112 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Doane University Women's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Ian McKeithen, the Head Coach and Ryan Baumgartner, the Head Coach. Doane University has 10 coaches for Women'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. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Ian 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 Doane University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Ian McKeithen at Doane University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach IanHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Doane University Women's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Doane University NAIA?
Yes. Doane University competes in NAIA Women's Basketball, in the Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Is Doane University public or private?
Doane University is a private nonprofit school in Crete, Nebraska.
What conference is Doane University Women's Basketball in?
The Great Plains Athletic Conference.
Does Doane University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Basketball?
Doane University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Doane University Women's Basketball have?
10 coaches, led by Ian McKeithen, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Doane University Women's Basketball?
Ian McKeithen is the Head Coach.
When can Doane University Women'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 Doane University Women'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 Doane University cost?
In-state tuition is $40,520 and out-of-state tuition is $40,520 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,112.
What is the Doane University acceptance rate?
98% of applicants are admitted.
How do I contact the Doane University Women'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.
