University of Central Missouri Women's Basketball

Dave Slifer, the Head Women's Basketball Coach, leads the University of Central Missouri Women's Basketball staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. University of Central Missouri (UCM) competes in NCAA Division II Women's Basketball as a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association. University of Central Missouri is a large public school in Warrensburg, Missouri with 12,857 undergraduates, a 64% acceptance rate and an average net price of $14,943 a year after aid.

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   Find the right coachEmail Dave Slifer, the Head Women's Basketball Coach and Josh Keister, the Assistant Women's Basketball Coach. University of Central Missouri has 4 coaches for Women's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
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   Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
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   Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Dave can watch without scrolling.
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   Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Central Missouri typically score 17–24 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
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   Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Central Missouri staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.