Head Coach
Travis Steele
Program contact: Khristian Smith, Associate Head Coach
khristian.smith@miamioh.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Khristian Smith | Associate Head Coach | khristian.smith@miamioh.edu |
| Ben Botts | Assistant Coach | bottsb@miamioh.edu |
| Andrew Dakich | Assistant Coach | dakicha@miamioh.edu |
| Carl Richburg | Assistant Coach | carl.richburg@miamioh.edu |
| Dan Luers | Graduate Assistant | luersdm@miamioh.edu |
| Emily Bruns | Basketball Staff | brunsec@miamioh.edu |
| James Carsey | Assistant Athletic Director for Human Performance (Men's Bas | carseyja@miamioh.edu |
| Chris Elmore | Basketball Staff | elmorecj@miamioh.edu |
About Miami (OH) RedHawks Basketball
Miami University's men's basketball program competes in the Mid-American Conference, offering student-athletes a high-level collegiate experience in a rigorous academic environment. Head coach Travis Steele has established a program culture centered on excellence both on the court and in the classroom, where players develop as complete individuals. The RedHawks compete against quality opponents throughout the MAC, which provides consistent preparation for postseason play and prepares athletes for professional opportunities. Located in Oxford, Ohio, Miami offers a classic college town atmosphere with strong institutional support for athletics. The program emphasizes player development, basketball fundamentals, and academic achievement. High school prospects interested in competing at the Division I level while maintaining academic standards should reach out to Coach Steele's staff to learn how Miami can support their basketball and educational goals.
Net price
$29,447/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
81%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
16,656
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
- $16,121 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $17,881 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $21,499 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $31,379 / year
- $110,001+
- $32,613 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 16,656
- Average net price
- $29,447 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $18,520 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $42,042 / year
- Graduation rate
- 81%
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 Miami (OH) RedHawks 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wayne Embry | Celtics, Kings, Bucks | — |
| Ira Newble | Lakers, Spurs, Hawks, Cavaliers | — |
| Ron Harper | Lakers, Bulls, Cavaliers, Clippers | — |
| Fred Foster | 76ers, Cavaliers, Pistons, Clippers | — |
| Phil Lumpkin | Suns, Trail Blazers | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Miami (OH) D1?
Yes, Miami (OH) is an NCAA Division I program in the MAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Miami (OH) men's basketball.
What conference is Miami (OH) in?
Miami (OH) competes in the MAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Miami (OH)?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $29,447 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 Miami (OH)?
College Scorecard reports approximately 16,656 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Miami (OH)?
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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.