Head Coach
Antoine Pettway
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Willie Watson | Assistant Coach | wwatso41@kennesaw.edu |
| Donovan Kates | Assistant Coach | dkates5@kennesaw.edu |
| Perkins Carden | Assistant Coach, Director of Basketball Operations | pcarden@kennesaw.edu |
| Jamie Baker | Assistant Coach, Video Coordinator | jbake220@kennesaw.edu |
| Mike Young | Athletic Trainer | jyoun110@kennesaw.edu |
| Seth Thomsen | Assistant Sports Performance Coach (MBB and VB) | sthomsen@kennesaw.edu |
| Mark Wasik | Athletics Communications | mwasik@kennesaw.edu |
| Ryan Henry | Athletics Communications Graduate Assistant (MBB Secondary, SOC, SB) | rhenry40@students.kennesaw.edu |
About Kennesaw State Owls Basketball
Kennesaw State University's men's basketball program offers student-athletes the opportunity to compete at the NCAA Division I level in Conference USA, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major conferences. Located in the Atlanta metropolitan area, the Owls provide access to excellent academic facilities and programs within a university environment that prioritizes student success. Under head coach Antoine Pettway's direction, the program emphasizes development, discipline, and basketball excellence. The coaching staff is committed to helping players improve their skills while maintaining academic integrity and building character. High school recruits who value playing time, coaching attention, and the chance to develop at a serious competitive level should reach out to explore how Kennesaw State basketball aligns with their goals. The program combines the resources of a growing Division I institution with a culture focused on individual and team growth.
Net price
$16,325/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
50%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
41,254
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
- $14,182 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $14,246 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $15,409 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,832 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,295 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 41,254
- Average net price
- $16,325 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $5,808 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $18,072 / year
- Graduation rate
- 50%
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 Kennesaw State D1?
Yes, Kennesaw State is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Kennesaw State men's basketball.
What conference is Kennesaw State in?
Kennesaw State competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Kennesaw State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $16,325 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 Kennesaw State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 41,254 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Kennesaw 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.