Head Coach
Stan Waterman
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Stan Waterman | Head Coach | swaterman@desu.edu |
| Horace Owens | Assistant Coach | howens@desu.edu |
| Shahid Perkins | Assistant Coach | sperkins@desu.edu |
About Delaware State Hornets Basketball
Delaware State University's men's basketball program competes in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, offering student-athletes a competitive collegiate environment combined with strong academics in Delaware. Head coach Stan Waterman leads a program focused on developing players who excel both on the court and in the classroom. The Hornets compete at a rigorous level within the MEAC, challenging athletes to grow as competitors while pursuing meaningful degrees. The program emphasizes player development, basketball fundamentals, and building a team-first culture where individual improvement directly contributes to collective success. Delaware State provides recruits with the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Division I level while receiving quality education and personalized coaching. High school players considering their next step should reach out to Coach Waterman's staff to learn how the program can support their basketball aspirations and academic goals in a supportive, professional atmosphere.
Net price
$19,832/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
42%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
4,398
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
- $17,525 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $16,575 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $19,956 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $23,042 / year
- $110,001+
- $24,795 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,398
- Average net price
- $19,832 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,214 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $21,204 / year
- Graduation rate
- 42%
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 Delaware State Hornets camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Emanual Davis | Hawks, Rockets | — |
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MEAC Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Coppin State
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Location Baltimore, MD | Enrollment 1,844 | Avg. net price $12,632 |
Delaware State
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Location Dover, DE | Enrollment 4,398 | Avg. net price $19,832 |
Howard
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Location Washington, DC | Enrollment 10,108 | Avg. net price $33,002 |
Maryland Eastern Shore
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Location Princess Anne, MD | Enrollment 2,391 | Avg. net price $17,378 |
Morgan State
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Location Baltimore, MD | Enrollment 9,019 | Avg. net price $14,653 |
Norfolk State
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Location Norfolk, VA | Enrollment 5,392 | Avg. net price $12,180 |
North Carolina Central
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Location Durham, NC | Enrollment 6,081 | Avg. net price $16,708 |
South Carolina State
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Location Orangeburg, SC | Enrollment 2,934 | Avg. net price $18,030 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Delaware State D1?
Yes, Delaware State is an NCAA Division I program in the MEAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Delaware State men's basketball.
What conference is Delaware State in?
Delaware State competes in the MEAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Delaware State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,832 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 Delaware State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,398 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Delaware 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.