Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country
Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) · Panama City, Florida · Public university
Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Gulf Coast State College who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Gulf Coast State College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NJCAA
- Conference
- Region 8
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- gcathletics.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 22 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 43% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Gulf Coast State College in Panama City.
- Location
- Panama City, Florida
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- gulfcoast.edu
About Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tom Dever, the Head Coach, leads the Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Gulf Coast State College (GCSC) competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country as a member of the Region 8. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Gulf Coast State College is a public school in Panama City, Florida with 5,426 undergraduates and an average net price of $7,729 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tom Dever, the Head Coach and Chantal Rook, the Assistant Coach. Gulf Coast State College has 4 coaches for Women's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
- Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Tom 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 Gulf Coast State College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
Email Coach Tom Dever at Gulf Coast State College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach TomHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Gulf Coast State College JUCO?
Yes. Gulf Coast State College competes in NJCAA junior college Women's Cross Country, in the Region 8.
Is Gulf Coast State College public or private?
Gulf Coast State College is a public school in Panama City, Florida.
What conference is Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country in?
The Region 8.
Does Gulf Coast State College offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?
Gulf Coast State 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 Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country have?
4 coaches, led by Tom Dever, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country?
Tom Dever is the Head Coach.
When can Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country 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 Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country?
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 Gulf Coast State College cost?
In-state tuition is $1,750 and out-of-state tuition is $7,065 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $7,729.
How do I contact the Gulf Coast State College Women's Cross Country 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.
