Head Coach
Evan Bradds
Program contact: Brian Ayers, Associate Head Coach
brian.ayers@belmont.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Ayers | Associate Head Coach | brian.ayers@belmont.edu |
| Brendan Mullins | Associate Head Coach | brendan.mullins@belmont.edu |
| Marcus Belcher | Assistant Coach | marcus.belcher@belmont.edu |
| Ja'Darius Harris | Assistant Coach | jd.harris@belmont.edu |
| Clay Holmes | Director of Operations | clay.holmes@belmont.edu |
| Declan Dillon | Director of Player Development | declan.dillon@belmont.edu |
| Joshua Quiroa | Graduate Assistant | joshua.quiroa@bruins.belmont.edu |
| Kim Anderson | Basketball Staff | kim.anderson@belmont.edu |
About Belmont Bruins Basketball
Belmont University's men's basketball program, led by head coach Evan Bradds, combines serious athletic competition with exceptional academic rigor in Nashville, Tennessee. The Bruins compete in the Missouri Valley Conference, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major leagues that consistently produces NCAA Tournament teams. The program emphasizes a winning culture built on discipline, accountability, and player development, with coaches committed to preparing athletes for professional opportunities both in basketball and beyond. Belmont's location in Nashville provides recruits access to a vibrant city with strong NBA connections and excellent training resources. The university maintains high academic standards, ensuring student-athletes receive world-class education alongside elite coaching. Prospective players interested in joining a program that prioritizes development, maintains championship aspirations, and values education should reach out to Coach Bradds's staff to explore how Belmont can offer the competitive platform and institutional support they seek.
Net price
$32,648/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
71%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
7,137
Below 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
- $28,236 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $26,421 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $27,963 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $28,843 / year
- $110,001+
- $43,872 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,137
- Average net price
- $32,648 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $43,750 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $43,750 / year
- Graduation rate
- 71%
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 Belmont Bruins camp or visit schedule.
Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.
Published 2026-27 roster context
Published 2026–27 roster context for the position you select. Listed heights describe these players, not a requirement or your chances. Recruiting also depends on skills, competition, team needs, eligibility and coaching evaluation that this page does not establish.
Source observed 2026-11-08 (America/Chicago, not staff-verified). Official 2026-27 roster
Shown as a neutral tick on the published height range. Not a fit score.
Listed class year
Listed class year is the label on the official roster (for example Fr., So., Jr., Sr., or R-Sr.). It is not remaining NCAA eligibility or years left to play.
Listed players in this view (position, height, listed class year)
Previous school fields are shown literally when expanded. They are not transfer status.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Ian Clark | Warriors, Nuggets, Jazz | — |
| Dylan Windler | Cavaliers | 2019 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Belmont
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Location Nashville, TN | Enrollment 7,137 | Avg. net price $32,648 |
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Location Peoria, IL | Enrollment 3,574 | Avg. net price $22,469 |
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Location Des Moines, IA | Enrollment 2,543 | Avg. net price $29,415 |
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Location Evansville, IN | Enrollment 1,539 | Avg. net price $18,984 |
Illinois State
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Location Normal, IL | Enrollment 19,057 | Avg. net price $17,829 |
Indiana State
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Location Terre Haute, IN | Enrollment 6,188 | Avg. net price $10,103 |
Murray State
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Location Murray, KY | Enrollment 6,688 | Avg. net price $7,350 |
Northern Iowa
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Location Cedar Falls, IA | Enrollment 7,529 | Avg. net price $16,038 |
Southern Illinois
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Location Carbondale, IL | Enrollment 8,494 | Avg. net price $12,554 |
UIC
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Location Chicago, IL | Enrollment 22,170 | Avg. net price $9,540 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belmont D1?
Yes, Belmont is an NCAA Division I program in the Missouri Valley. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Belmont men's basketball.
What conference is Belmont in?
Belmont competes in the Missouri Valley for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Belmont?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $32,648 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Belmont?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,137 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Belmont?
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.
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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.