Head Coach
Mark Byington
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Green | Administrative Assistant | debbie.green@vanderbilt.edu |
About Vanderbilt Commodores Basketball
Vanderbilt men's basketball head coach Mark Byington took over the program in April 2024 after leading James Madison to a 32-4 record and an NCAA Tournament upset of Wisconsin. Byington replaced Jerry Stackhouse, who coached the Commodores from 2019 to 2024. Mark Byington's coaching staff at Vanderbilt includes associate head coach Casey Shaw, assistant coaches David Ragland and Luke Yaklich, and director of basketball operations Andrew Katz. The Vanderbilt basketball coaching staff contacts are available through the program's official athletics page and the ESPN staff directory linked above. Byington's system at Vanderbilt emphasizes pace, three-point shooting, and defensive intensity, the same principles that made James Madison one of the most efficient offenses in college basketball. He inherited a roster with SEC experience and has supplemented it through the transfer portal and high school recruiting. The Commodores compete in the Southeastern Conference, one of the premier basketball leagues in the country. SEC play provides nightly matchups against future NBA players and guaranteed national television exposure. Memorial Gymnasium, one of the most unique venues in college basketball with its bench-behind-the-basket configuration, gives Vanderbilt a true home-court advantage. Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the top 15 universities nationally and is the only private school in the SEC. For recruits who value elite academics alongside high-level basketball, Vanderbilt offers a combination few programs can match. Nashville also provides unique internship and networking opportunities for student-athletes beyond basketball. Recruiting at Vanderbilt requires early film submission (sophomore year at latest), strong academic credentials (core GPA above 3.0, competitive SAT/ACT), and exposure at nationally-recognized events like the Nike EYBL circuit. Coach Byington's staff evaluates prospects year-round and values basketball IQ, shooting ability, and coachability alongside raw athleticism. Players who need additional development before pursuing an SEC-level offer should consider a post-graduate year at a program like Florida Coastal Prep to build their recruiting profile.
Net price
$15,497/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
93%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
7,208
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
- $3,637 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $1,908 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $5,651 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $11,284 / year
- $110,001+
- $42,583 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,208
- Average net price
- $15,497 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $71,226 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $71,226 / year
- Graduation rate
- 93%
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 Vanderbilt Commodores camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Program history
1
NIT titles
1990
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| John Jenkins | Hawks, Mavericks, Suns | 2012 |
| Jim Lampley | 76ers | 1986 |
| Matt Freije | Hawks, Pelicans | — |
| Tyler Nickel | Knicks | Rookie |
| Matt Maloney | Bulls, Hawks, Rockets | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Location Athens, GA | Enrollment 32,137 | Avg. net price $13,636 |
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Location Lexington, KY | Enrollment 24,763 | Avg. net price $18,868 |
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Location Baton Rouge, LA | Enrollment 30,594 | Avg. net price $19,286 |
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Location Norman, OK | Enrollment 22,734 | Avg. net price $15,531 |
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Location Oxford, MS | Enrollment 21,473 | Avg. net price $13,752 |
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Location Columbia, SC | Enrollment 29,820 | Avg. net price $22,197 |
Tennessee
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Location Knoxville, TN | Enrollment 30,418 | Avg. net price $18,314 |
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Location Austin, TX | Enrollment 42,855 | Avg. net price $18,554 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vanderbilt D1?
Yes, Vanderbilt is an NCAA Division I program in the SEC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Vanderbilt men's basketball.
What conference is Vanderbilt in?
Vanderbilt competes in the SEC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Vanderbilt?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $15,497 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Vanderbilt?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,208 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Vanderbilt?
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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.