Head Coach
Nolan Smith
Program contact: Dalonte Hill, Assistant Coach
dhill90@tnstate.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dalonte Hill | Assistant Coach | dhill90@tnstate.edu |
| Rivers Bulich | Assistant Athletic Trainer | rbulich@tnstate.edu |
About Tennessee State Tigers Basketball
Tennessee State University basketball competes in the Ohio Valley Conference and offers student-athletes a compelling blend of competitive basketball and academic opportunity in Nashville. Head Coach Smith Collins has established a program culture emphasizing player development, discipline, and community engagement. The Tigers compete at the NCAA Division I level against quality OVC opponents, providing exposure and the chance to develop skills on a significant stage. Tennessee State's academic resources support student-athletes across numerous degree programs, ensuring recruits balance athletic pursuits with meaningful educational preparation. The program values character development and creates an environment where players grow as individuals and competitors. Recruits interested in playing Division I basketball while earning a quality degree in an engaged, supportive program should reach out to Coach Smith and his staff. The opportunity to represent Tennessee State in Nashville offers a pathway to collegiate success and personal growth.
Net price
$12,154/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
34%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
4,848
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
- $11,076 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,897 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $10,833 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $15,005 / year
- $110,001+
- $14,917 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,848
- Average net price
- $12,154 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,048 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $22,848 / year
- Graduation rate
- 34%
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 Tennessee State Tigers 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Covington | 76ers, Timberwolves, Rockets | 2014–2020 |
| Lloyd Neal | Trail Blazers | 1972–1979 |
| Bobby Joe Edmonds | Pacers | — |
| Porter Meriwether | 76ers | — |
| Ben Warley | 76ers, Nuggets, Wizards | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tennessee State D1?
Yes, Tennessee State is an NCAA Division I program in the Ohio Valley. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Tennessee State men's basketball.
What conference is Tennessee State in?
Tennessee State competes in the Ohio Valley for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Tennessee State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $12,154 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 Tennessee State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,848 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Tennessee 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.