Head Coach
Joe Golding
Program contact: Jeremy Cox, Associate Head Coach
jlcox@utep.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Cox | Associate Head Coach | jlcox@utep.edu |
| Drew Lakey | Assistant Coach | delakey@utep.edu |
| Colin Deaver | Director of Operations | cedeaver@utep.edu |
| Alex Thompson | Basketball Staff | ajthompson6@utep.edu |
About UTEP Miners Basketball
The University of Texas at El Paso men's basketball program competes in Conference USA and offers student-athletes a chance to play meaningful basketball while earning a degree from a respected institution in the Sun City. Head coach Joe Golding leads a program committed to developing players both on and off the court in a competitive conference environment. UTEP provides access to quality academic resources and a supportive athletic community designed to help student-athletes succeed at the collegiate level. The Miners play an up-tempo style that emphasizes skill development, ball movement, and defensive intensity. Located in El Paso, the program offers proximity to recruiting talent from Texas and the Southwest region. High school players considering their future should reach out to Coach Golding's staff to learn how UTEP can provide the platform, coaching, and education necessary to achieve their basketball and academic goals.
Net price
$6,803/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
51%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
21,005
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
- $5,623 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $5,519 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $6,329 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $9,704 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,291 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 21,005
- Average net price
- $6,803 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,772 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $25,110 / year
- Graduation rate
- 51%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Program history
1
NCAA titles
1966
1
Final Fours
1966
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Barnes | Lakers, Bulls, Knicks, Celtics, Wizards | — |
| Julyan Stone | Nuggets | — |
| Derrick Caracter | Lakers | 2010–2012 |
| Tim Hardaway | Mavericks, Warriors, Nuggets, Heat, Pacers | — |
| Dave Feitl | Warriors, Rockets, Wizards, Nets | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is UTEP D1?
Yes, UTEP is an NCAA Division I program in the Conference USA. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for UTEP men's basketball.
What conference is UTEP in?
UTEP competes in the Conference USA for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at UTEP?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $6,803 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 UTEP?
College Scorecard reports approximately 21,005 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to UTEP?
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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.