Head Coach
Jake Morton
Program contact: Adam Braswell, Assistant Coach
abraswell@alcorn.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Braswell | Assistant Coach | abraswell@alcorn.edu |
| Devon Smith | Assistant Coach | devonsmith@alcorn.edu |
About Alcorn State Braves Basketball
Alcorn State Braves is a D1 men's basketball program in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The campus is in Lorman, MS. Head coach: Jake Morton. Use the coach contacts on this page for outreach. Confirm staff and eligibility requirements on the school's official athletics site.
What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Alcorn State Braves
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Alcorn State Braves's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
Players who receive roster consideration at the D1 level demonstrate improvement over time, not just raw talent at a single event. A structured development program that tracks your progress and connects you with the right coaches can significantly accelerate your recruiting timeline.
Mental Toughness and Eligibility Guidance for D1 Recruiting
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We provide eligibility guidance, recruiting strategy sessions, and the mental skills training that separates players who sign from those who stall out during the process. Apply to FCP to get the full support system behind your recruitment.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Alcorn State Braves.
Net price
$14,791/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
49%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
2,363
Below D1 median (9,019)
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $14,547 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $16,203 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,221 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $16,465 / year
- $110,001+
- $18,464 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,363
- Average net price
- $14,791 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,785 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $8,785 / year
- Graduation rate
- 49%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alcorn State D1?
Yes, Alcorn State is an NCAA Division I program in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Alcorn State men's basketball.
What conference is Alcorn State in?
Alcorn State competes in the Southwestern Athletic Conference for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Alcorn State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $14,791 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Alcorn State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,363 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Alcorn State?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
The Commitment Alcorn State Braves Respects
D1 coaches at programs like Alcorn State Braves extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
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.