Head Coach
Ray Harper
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ray Harper | Head Men's Basketball Coach | harper@jsu.edu |
| Rusty Elmore | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | welmore@jsu.edu |
| Jeremie Hart | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | jrhart@jsu.edu |
| Kevin Jones | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | kdjones@jsu.edu |
| Patrick Moynihan | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | pmoynihan@jsu.edu |
| Gavin Perryman | Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant | gperryman1@stu.jsu.edu |
| Alex Odam | Men's Basketball Graduate Assistant | aodam@stu.jsu.edu |
| Ryan Henry | Strength and Conditioning Coach | rjhenry@jsu.edu |
About Jacksonville State Gamecocks Basketball
Jacksonville State University's men's basketball program competes in Conference USA, offering student-athletes the opportunity to play at a competitive Division I level while maintaining strong academic standards. Head coach Ray Harper leads a program committed to developing players both on the court and in the classroom. The Gamecocks compete in one of the nation's most challenging mid-major conferences, providing regular exposure to high-level competition and scout attention from professional organizations. Jacksonville State's location in Jacksonville, Alabama provides a supportive community environment while the university emphasizes the balance between athletic excellence and educational achievement. High school players considering the program should reach out to Coach Harper's staff to learn more about how Jacksonville State can develop their skills, expand their basketball horizons, and prepare them for success beyond college. The Gamecocks welcome inquiries from serious student-athletes seeking a quality Division I experience.
Net price
$17,111/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
48%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
7,036
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
- $16,328 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $15,864 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,055 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,662 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,080 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,036
- Average net price
- $17,111 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $13,224 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $23,814 / year
- Graduation rate
- 48%
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 Jacksonville State Gamecocks 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Russell, Jr. | Pistons | — |
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Location Newark, DE | Enrollment 19,071 | Avg. net price $16,337 |
Florida International
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Location Miami, FL | Enrollment 39,508 | Avg. net price $11,462 |
Jacksonville State
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Location Jacksonville, AL | Enrollment 7,036 | Avg. net price $17,111 |
Kennesaw State
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Location Kennesaw, GA | Enrollment 41,254 | Avg. net price $16,325 |
Liberty
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Location Lynchburg, VA | Enrollment 50,012 | Avg. net price $29,235 |
Middle Tennessee
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Location Murfreesboro, TN | Enrollment 16,301 | Avg. net price $12,562 |
Missouri State
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Location Springfield, MO | Enrollment 13,313 | Avg. net price $17,270 |
New Mexico State
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Location Las Cruces, NM | Enrollment 11,946 | Avg. net price $6,313 |
Sam Houston
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Location Huntsville, TX | Enrollment 17,743 | Avg. net price $14,788 |
UTEP
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jacksonville State D1?
Yes, Jacksonville State is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Jacksonville State men's basketball.
What conference is Jacksonville State in?
Jacksonville State competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Jacksonville State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,111 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 Jacksonville State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,036 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Jacksonville 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.
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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.