Head Coach
Jason Hooten
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Hooten | Head Coach | beckv@nmsu.edu |
| Preston Laird | Assistant Coach | plaird31@nmsu.edu |
| Brandon Barnes | Assistant Coach | bbarnes5@nmsu.edu |
| Isaiah Brooks-Sena | Assistant Coach | ibs42@nmsu.edu |
| Bryce Bordeaux | Director of Basketball Operations | bryceb02@nmsu.edu |
| Jonathan Thompson | Strength and Conditioning Coach | jt828@nmsu.edu |
About New Mexico State Aggies Basketball
New Mexico State basketball competes in Conference USA, offering student-athletes an opportunity to play at a competitive collegiate level while pursuing meaningful academics in Las Cruces. Head Coach Jason Hooten leads a program committed to developing players both on and off the court, emphasizing discipline, work ethic, and character. Conference USA provides consistent high-level competition and exposure that prepares players for professional pathways. The Aggies play in front of passionate home crowds and represent a university with strong community support. The program values creating an environment where recruits can grow as basketball players while earning a degree from an accredited institution. High school players interested in competing at the collegiate level while maintaining academic focus should reach out to Coach Hooten's staff to learn how New Mexico State can help them achieve their goals.
Net price
$6,313/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
54%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
11,946
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
- $4,997 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $4,271 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $5,768 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $8,855 / year
- $110,001+
- $11,619 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 11,946
- Average net price
- $6,313 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,226 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $25,350 / 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 State Aggies camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Program history
1
Final Fours
1970
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Colter | Bulls, 76ers, Cavaliers, Kings, Trail Blazers, Wizards | — |
| Randy Brown | Bulls, Celtics, Suns | — |
| Sam Lacey | Cavaliers, Nets | — |
| John Williamson | Wizards, Pacers, Nets | — |
| Pascal Siakam | Raptors, Pacers | 2016–2024 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Conference USA Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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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 New Mexico State D1?
Yes, New Mexico State is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for New Mexico State men's basketball.
What conference is New Mexico State in?
New Mexico State competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at New Mexico State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $6,313 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 State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 11,946 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to New Mexico 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.