Head Coach
Cornelius Jackson
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cornelius 'Corny' Jackson | Head Coach | jackso61@marshall.edu |
| Steve Snell | Assistant Coach | snell@marshall.edu |
| Scott Padgett | Assistant Coach | padgetts@marshall.edu |
| Isaiah Carson | Assistant Coach/Dir. of Operations | carsoni@marshall.edu |
| Ryan Taylor | Director of Player Development | taylor584@marshall.edu |
| Matt Krstich | Video Coordinator | krstich@marshall.edu |
| Robby Williams | Graduate Assistant | williams1178@marshall.edu |
| Chris Lapole | Head Athletic Trainer (MBB) | lapole1@marshall.edu |
| Dylan Genung | Director of Olympic Sports Performance | genung@marshall.edu |
About Marshall Thundering Herd Basketball
Marshall Thundering Herd is a D1 men's basketball program in the Sun Belt Conference. The campus is in Huntington, WV. Head coach: Cornelius Jackson. Use the coach contacts on this page for outreach. Confirm staff and eligibility requirements on the school's official athletics site.
What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Marshall Thundering Herd
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Marshall Thundering Herd's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
Players who receive roster consideration at the D1 level demonstrate improvement over time, not just raw talent at a single event. A structured development program that tracks your progress and connects you with the right coaches can significantly accelerate your recruiting timeline.
Coach Connections That Open Doors to Marshall Thundering Herd
FCP's coaching staff maintains relationships with programs across D1, built through years of placing players at the college level. When an FCP coach calls a staff member at Marshall Thundering Herd, that call gets returned. Those coach-to-coach referrals are often what converts a prospect from "film received" to "offer extended."
Our post-graduate program leverages those connections to create real recruiting opportunities for players who have done the work to be ready. Apply to FCP and join a program with a track record of college placements.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Marshall Thundering Herd.
Net price
$7,341/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
53%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
7,266
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
- $4,709 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $3,825 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $4,552 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $8,915 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,987 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,266
- Average net price
- $7,341 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,388 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $20,390 / year
- Graduation rate
- 53%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Notable NBA/pro alumni
- Bob Allen Warriors 1968–1969
- Hassan Whiteside Heat
- Bucky McConnell Hawks
- Jason Williams Magic, Grizzlies, Kings, Heat 2009–2011
- Russ Lee Bucks, Jazz
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Sun Belt Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Appalachian State
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Location Boone, NC | Enrollment 19,444 | Avg. net price $16,082 |
Arkansas State
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Location Jonesboro, AR | Enrollment 9,110 | Avg. net price $15,441 |
Coastal Carolina
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Location Conway, SC | Enrollment 10,377 | Avg. net price $15,287 |
Georgia Southern
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Location Statesboro, GA | Enrollment 21,790 | Avg. net price $16,785 |
Georgia State
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Location Atlanta, GA | Enrollment 26,623 | Avg. net price $12,365 |
James Madison
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Location Harrisonburg, VA | Enrollment 20,888 | Avg. net price $23,550 |
Louisiana
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Location Lafayette, LA | Enrollment 12,428 | Avg. net price $14,924 |
Louisiana Tech
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Location Ruston, LA | Enrollment 8,312 | Avg. net price $11,959 |
Louisiana-Monroe
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Location Monroe, LA | Enrollment 5,022 | Avg. net price $12,218 |
Marshall
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Location Huntington, WV | Enrollment 7,266 | Avg. net price $7,341 |
Old Dominion
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Location Norfolk, VA | Enrollment 17,514 | Avg. net price $12,913 |
South Alabama
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Location Mobile, AL | Enrollment 8,879 | Avg. net price $16,801 |
Southern Miss
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Location Hattiesburg, MS | Enrollment 10,075 | Avg. net price $21,172 |
Troy
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Location Troy, AL | Enrollment 9,805 | Avg. net price $13,943 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marshall D1?
Yes, Marshall is an NCAA Division I program in the Sun Belt Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Marshall men's basketball.
What conference is Marshall in?
Marshall competes in the Sun Belt Conference for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Marshall?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,341 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 Marshall?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,266 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Marshall?
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.
Marshall Thundering Herd Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D1 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Marshall Thundering Herd's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
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.