Head Coach
Jonathan Mattox
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Taylor | Associate Head Coach | jttaylor1@moreheadstate.edu |
| Ky Klingsick | Assistant Coach | kyklingsick@moreheadstate.edu |
| Bryan Sherrer | Assistant Coach | basherrer@moreheadstate.edu |
| John Tedesco | Assistant Coach | jstedesco@moreheadstate.edu |
| Jerel Chavis | Assistant | jbchavis@moreheadstate.edu |
About Morehead State Eagles Basketball
Morehead State University men's basketball competes in the Ohio Valley Conference, a mid-major league featuring competitive Division I programs across the Southeast and beyond. Head coach Jonathan Mattox leads a program committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the court. The Eagles play in the scenic foothills of eastern Kentucky, offering recruits a tight-knit campus community and strong academic support systems. Players benefit from serious competition within the OVC while maintaining a focus on classroom success and personal growth. The program emphasizes a culture of hard work, accountability, and development. High school prospects looking for a platform to compete at the Division I level with genuine coaching investment and meaningful playing time should contact Coach Mattox and his staff. Morehead State provides an opportunity to be part of a program that values both athletic and academic excellence.
Net price
$9,912/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
48%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
4,578
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
- $7,156 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,754 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $8,087 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $12,988 / year
- $110,001+
- $17,306 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,578
- Average net price
- $9,912 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $10,444 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $15,614 / 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 Morehead State Eagles 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bob McCann | Mavericks, Pistons, Timberwolves | — |
| Lamar Green | Suns, Jazz | — |
| Henry Akin | Knicks | — |
| Dan Swartz | Celtics | — |
| Kenneth Faried | Nuggets, Nets, Rockets | 2011–2019 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Morehead State D1?
Yes, Morehead State is an NCAA Division I program in the Ohio Valley. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Morehead State men's basketball.
What conference is Morehead State in?
Morehead State competes in the Ohio Valley for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Morehead State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $9,912 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 Morehead State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,578 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Morehead 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.