Head Coach
Ryan Miller
Program contact: Jordan VerHulst, Assistant Coach
jverhulst@murraystate.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan VerHulst | Assistant Coach | jverhulst@murraystate.edu |
| Cullen Neal | Assistant Coach | cneal14@murraystate.edu |
| Mardracus Wade | Assistant Coach | mwade20@murraystate.edu |
| Judd Wagner | Director of Operations | jwagner12@murraystate.edu |
| Eric Oberholtzer | Video Coordinator | eoberholtzer1@murraystate.edu |
| Brandon Banks | Video Coordinator | bbanks5@murraystate.edu |
| Kevin Easley, Jr. | Graduate Assistant | keasley3@murraystate.edu |
| Luca Mathieu | Graduate Assistant | lmathieu@murraystate.edu |
About Murray State Racers Basketball
Murray State men's basketball competes in the Missouri Valley Conference, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major conferences that consistently produces NBA talent and NCAA tournament teams. Located in Murray, Kentucky, the program balances serious basketball competition with genuine academic rigor, offering student-athletes a chance to earn a quality degree while playing at a high level. Head coach Ryan Miller has established a program culture emphasizing player development, discipline, and winning basketball. The Racers provide recruits with professional coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and meaningful minutes in a conference that scouts and NBA teams monitor closely. Murray State offers the ideal blend of athletic ambition and educational opportunity for players seeking to compete at the Division I level while building their futures beyond basketball. High school players serious about their development should contact Coach Miller's staff today.
Net price
$7,350/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
60%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
6,688
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
- $7,357 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $4,208 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $4,615 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $10,672 / year
- $110,001+
- $13,409 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 6,688
- Average net price
- $7,350 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $10,320 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $20,676 / year
- Graduation rate
- 60%
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 Murray State Racers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| James Singleton | Mavericks, Clippers | — |
| Popeye Jones | Celtics, Raptors, Mavericks, Warriors, Nuggets, Wizards | — |
| Dick Cunningham | Rockets, Bucks | — |
| Jeff Martin | Clippers | — |
| Joe Fulks | Warriors | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Evansville
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Location Evansville, IN | Enrollment 1,539 | Avg. net price $18,984 |
Illinois State
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Location Normal, IL | Enrollment 19,057 | Avg. net price $17,829 |
Indiana State
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Location Terre Haute, IN | Enrollment 6,188 | Avg. net price $10,103 |
Murray State
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Location Murray, KY | Enrollment 6,688 | Avg. net price $7,350 |
Northern Iowa
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Location Cedar Falls, IA | Enrollment 7,529 | Avg. net price $16,038 |
Southern Illinois
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Location Carbondale, IL | Enrollment 8,494 | Avg. net price $12,554 |
UIC
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Location Chicago, IL | Enrollment 22,170 | Avg. net price $9,540 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Murray State D1?
Yes, Murray State is an NCAA Division I program in the Missouri Valley. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Murray State men's basketball.
What conference is Murray State in?
Murray State competes in the Missouri Valley for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Murray State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $7,350 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 Murray State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 6,688 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Murray 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.