Head Coach
Chris Mudge
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Mudge | Head Coach | cmudge@shsu.edu |
| Anthony Fobb | Assistant Coach | amf126@shsu.edu |
| Angres Thorpe | Assistant Coach | amt174@shsu.edu |
| Jake White | Assistant Coach | jsw071@shsu.edu |
| Joe Kuligoski | Assistant Coach | jdk054@shsu.edu |
| Sport Administrator | 936 294-3503 | chadm@shsu.edu |
| Tristin Connolly | Athletic Trainer | tlc111@shsu.edu |
About Sam Houston Bearkats Basketball
Sam Houston basketball competes in Conference USA, one of the nation's competitive mid-major conferences featuring quality opponents and tournament-level play. Located in Huntsville, Texas, the program operates within a university that emphasizes academic excellence alongside athletic achievement, providing student-athletes with strong educational resources and support services. Head Coach Chris Mudge has built a program focused on player development, basketball IQ, and creating a winning culture that values both on-court performance and character development. The Bearkats play in a supportive home environment with engaged fans and excellent facilities designed to enhance competition and training. For high school players seeking a serious path to collegiate basketball with genuine opportunities for playing time and growth, Sam Houston offers a program committed to developing complete student-athletes. Prospective recruits interested in competing at a high level while earning a quality education should consider contacting Coach Mudge's staff about joining the Bearkats.
Net price
$14,788/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
56%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
17,743
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
- $11,734 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,472 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $12,286 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,548 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,418 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 17,743
- Average net price
- $14,788 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,228 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $19,068 / year
- Graduation rate
- 56%
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 Sam Houston Bearkats 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Frank Gates | Packers | — |
| Ben Gardner | Packers | — |
| Murray Mitchell | Packers | — |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sam Houston D1?
Yes, Sam Houston is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Sam Houston men's basketball.
What conference is Sam Houston in?
Sam Houston competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Sam Houston?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $14,788 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 Sam Houston?
College Scorecard reports approximately 17,743 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Sam Houston?
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.