Head Coach
Phil Martelli Jr.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Phil Martelli Jr. | Head Coach | vcuhoops@vcu.edu |
| Brendan Phelps | Head Coach | phelpsb@vcu.edu |
| Jimmy Martelli | Associate Head Coach | vcuhoops@vcu.edu |
| Bradford Burgess | Recruiting Coordinator | burgessbk@vcu.edu |
| Chris Cole | Assistant Coach | colecf@vcu.edu |
| Brandon Rozzell | Assistant Coach | rozzellbl@vcu.edu |
| Dwayne Lee | Assistant Coach | leed65@vcu.edu |
| Harrison Chipkin | Video Coordinator | chipkinh@vcu.edu |
About VCU Rams Basketball
VCU basketball has built something rare, a program that competes hard every season in the Atlantic 10 Conference while developing players who understand what it takes to succeed at this level. Head coach Phil Martelli Jr. runs a system that demands precision, toughness, and buy-in, creating an environment where individual growth and team success move together. The Rams play an uptempo brand of basketball that rewards skilled, versatile players willing to embrace their roles. Martelli has earned respect for developing talent and putting players in positions to thrive, whether that's earning minutes as a freshman or developing into a conference contributor over time. Richmond's basketball culture supports serious athletes, the fan base shows up, the program competes for conference titles, and the coaching staff invests in player development on and off the court. Playing for VCU means joining a program with genuine tournament experience and the infrastructure to support your growth. You'll compete against quality Atlantic 10 opponents, train under a coach who understands the college game deeply, and have the chance to make an impact at a Division I level that matters. If you're ready to earn your place in a program built on competition and development, this is worth serious consideration. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Net price
$25,037/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
65%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
20,753
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
- $18,927 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,347 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $20,373 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $27,067 / year
- $110,001+
- $38,273 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 20,753
- Average net price
- $25,037 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $17,490 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $40,654 / year
- Graduation rate
- 65%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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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 VCU Rams camp or visit schedule.
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Program history
1
Final Fours
2011
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Larry Sanders | Bucks | 2010 |
| Tobi Lawal | Mavericks | Rookie |
| Troy Daniels | Lakers, Rockets, Hornets, Suns, Timberwolves | — |
| Treveon Graham | Timberwolves, Nets | — |
| Briante Weber | Grizzlies, Heat | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is VCU D1?
Yes, VCU is an NCAA Division I program in the Atlantic 10. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for VCU men's basketball.
What conference is VCU in?
VCU competes in the Atlantic 10 for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at VCU?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $25,037 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 VCU?
College Scorecard reports approximately 20,753 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to VCU?
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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.