Head Coach
Cuonzo Martin
Program contact: Tarrance Crump, Assistant Coach
tarrancecrump@missouristate.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tarrance Crump | Assistant Coach | tarrancecrump@missouristate.edu |
| Steve Woodberry | Assistant Coach | stevewoodberry@missouristate.edu |
| Quinn Peterson | Director of Operations | qpeterson@missouristate.edu |
| Thomas Simac | Basketball Staff | thomassimac@missouristate.edu |
About Missouri State Bears Basketball
Missouri State basketball competes in Conference USA under the leadership of head coach Cuonzo Martin, offering student-athletes a well-rounded collegiate experience in Springfield, Missouri. The program combines rigorous academic standards through the university's respected curriculum with competitive mid-major basketball at a level that provides meaningful playing time for talented recruits. Conference USA presents consistent postseason opportunities while allowing players to develop skills against quality opponents and build professional profiles for the next level. Coach Martin has built a program culture emphasizing discipline, work ethic, and player development, preparing young men for success both on the court and in their careers. Recruits interested in playing significant roles, receiving quality coaching, and earning a valuable degree from an established university should seriously consider reaching out to Missouri State's coaching staff to explore how the program aligns with their basketball and academic goals.
Net price
$17,270/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
59%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
13,313
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
- $13,696 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $12,555 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,449 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,578 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,357 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 13,313
- Average net price
- $17,270 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $10,128 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $19,760 / year
- Graduation rate
- 59%
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 Missouri State Bears 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blake Ahearn | Spurs, Heat, Jazz | — |
| Alize Johnson | Pacers | — |
| Curtis Perry | Rockets, Suns, Bucks | — |
| Winston Garland | Warriors, Rockets, Nuggets, Timberwolves, Clippers | — |
| Don Anielak | Knicks | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Delaware
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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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Location El Paso, TX | Enrollment 21,005 | Avg. net price $6,803 |
Western Kentucky
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Location Bowling Green, KY | Enrollment 12,155 | Avg. net price $11,789 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Missouri State D1?
Yes, Missouri State is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Missouri State men's basketball.
What conference is Missouri State in?
Missouri State competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Missouri State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,270 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 Missouri State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 13,313 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Missouri 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.