Head Coach
Eric Olen
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Mikey Howell | Assistant Coach | mjhowell@unm.edu |
| Mike Roberts | Assistant Coach | mroberts1@unm.edu |
| Sam Stapleton | Assistant Coach | sstapleton1@unm.edu |
| Tom Tankelewicz | Assistant Coach | ttankelewicz@unm.edu |
| Michael Wilder | Assistant Coach | mwilder2@unm.edu |
| Tahlia Garza | Director of Operations | tahliagarza@unm.edu |
| Charisse Williams | Assistant Director of Athletic Performance (MBB) | cwilliams14@unm.edu |
| Jonah Simental | Graduate Assistant | jsimental1@unm.edu |
About New Mexico Lobos Basketball
The University of New Mexico men's basketball program competes in the Mountain West Conference, one of college basketball's strongest mid-major leagues featuring consistently competitive teams and NCAA Tournament opportunities. Located in Albuquerque, the Lobos play in the vibrant Mountain West, a conference known for developing talent and providing exposure to professional scouts. Head coach Eric Olen leads a program that values both athletic development and academic excellence, with student-athletes pursuing degrees from a well-regarded public university. The program emphasizes a winning culture built on discipline, teamwork, and community engagement in New Mexico's passionate basketball environment. High school players seeking to compete at a high level while earning a quality education in a growing athletic program should reach out to Coach Olen's staff to learn how they can contribute to Lobo basketball.
Net price
$19,966/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
54%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
17,244
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
- $19,896 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $17,600 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $19,104 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,804 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 17,244
- Average net price
- $19,966 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $10,383 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $33,532 / year
- Graduation rate
- 54%
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 New Mexico Lobos camp or visit schedule.
Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.
Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Bairstow | Bulls | — |
| Alex Kirk | Cavaliers | — |
| Kenny Thomas | 76ers, Rockets, Kings | — |
| Darington Hobson | Bucks | — |
| Billy Reid | Warriors | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Mountain West Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Air Force
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Location Colorado Springs, CO | Enrollment 4,114 | Avg. net price — |
Grand Canyon
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Location Phoenix, AZ | Enrollment 73,371 | Avg. net price $21,509 |
Nevada
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Location Reno, NV | Enrollment 15,599 | Avg. net price $13,797 |
New Mexico
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Location Albuquerque, NM | Enrollment 17,244 | Avg. net price $19,966 |
San José State
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Location San Jose, CA | Enrollment 27,601 | Avg. net price $14,241 |
UNLV
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Location Las Vegas, NV | Enrollment 24,622 | Avg. net price $11,062 |
Wyoming
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Location Laramie, WY | Enrollment 7,944 | Avg. net price $13,647 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Mexico D1?
Yes, New Mexico is an NCAA Division I program in the Mountain West. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for New Mexico men's basketball.
What conference is New Mexico in?
New Mexico competes in the Mountain West for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at New Mexico?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,966 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 New Mexico?
College Scorecard reports approximately 17,244 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to New Mexico?
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.