Head Coach
Chris Capko
Program contact: John Clancy, Assistant Coach
john.clancy@bsu.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| John Clancy | Assistant Coach | john.clancy@bsu.edu |
| Manny Dosanjh | Assistant Coach | manny.dosanjh@bsu.edu |
| Beruk Asfaw | Director of Operations | beruk.asfaw@bsu.edu |
| Stuart Hart | Basketball Staff | stuart.hart@bsu.edu |
| Mark Myers | Basketball Staff | mark.myers@bsu.edu |
About Ball State Cardinals Basketball
Ball State University offers high school basketball players a solid blend of competitive athletics and strong academics in the Mid-American Conference. Located in Muncie, Indiana, the Cardinals program provides student-athletes with access to quality education while competing at a respectable Division I level. The MAC presents a challenging conference schedule that prepares players for competitive basketball while maintaining reasonable travel distances across the Midwest. Ball State emphasizes player development, focusing on both on-court improvement and off-court growth within the program culture. The coaching staff values hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence in all aspects of student-athlete life. Prospective recruits should consider reaching out to the Cardinals program to learn about opportunities to compete at a legitimate Division I institution where personal development and academics receive equal emphasis alongside basketball success.
Net price
$13,877/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
62%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
13,988
Above D1 median (9,019)
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $8,013 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $7,780 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $10,537 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $16,425 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,618 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 13,988
- Average net price
- $13,877 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,082 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $29,630 / year
- Graduation rate
- 62%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar
NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a Ball State Cardinals camp or visit schedule.
Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.
Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Rawle Marshall | Mavericks, Pacers | — |
| Theron Smith | Hornets, Grizzlies | — |
| Bonzi Wells | Rockets, Grizzlies, Kings, Trail Blazers, Pelicans | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Akron
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Location Akron, OH | Enrollment 9,052 | Avg. net price $13,072 |
Ball State
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Location Muncie, IN | Enrollment 13,988 | Avg. net price $13,877 |
Bowling Green
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Location Bowling Green, OH | Enrollment 12,812 | Avg. net price $21,453 |
Buffalo
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Location Buffalo, NY | Enrollment 20,112 | Avg. net price $21,775 |
Central Michigan
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Location Mount Pleasant, MI | Enrollment 10,035 | Avg. net price $17,201 |
Eastern Michigan
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Location Ypsilanti, MI | Enrollment 10,055 | Avg. net price $16,628 |
Kent State
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Location Kent, OH | Enrollment 19,320 | Avg. net price $20,294 |
Massachusetts
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Location Amherst, MA | Enrollment 23,671 | Avg. net price $22,857 |
Miami (OH)
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Location Oxford, OH | Enrollment 16,656 | Avg. net price $29,447 |
Northern Illinois
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Location Dekalb, IL | Enrollment 11,301 | Avg. net price $14,505 |
Ohio
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Location Athens, OH | Enrollment 19,633 | Avg. net price $20,666 |
Toledo
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Location Toledo, OH | Enrollment 9,770 | Avg. net price $16,406 |
Western Michigan
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Location Kalamazoo, MI | Enrollment 12,568 | Avg. net price $13,902 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ball State D1?
Yes, Ball State is an NCAA Division I program in the MAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Ball State men's basketball.
What conference is Ball State in?
Ball State competes in the MAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Ball State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $13,877 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 Ball State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 13,988 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Ball State?
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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.