Head Coach
Andrew Wilson
Program contact: Xavier Silas, Associate Head Coach
silasx@vmi.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier Silas | Associate Head Coach | silasx@vmi.edu |
| Austin Kenon | Recruiting Coordinator | kenonam@vmi.edu |
| Paul Harrison | Assistant Coach | harrisonpj@vmi.edu |
| Nick Korta | Assistant Coach | kortanm@vmi.edu |
About VMI Keydets Basketball
VMI basketball competes in the prestigious Southern Conference, offering student-athletes a blend of rigorous academics and competitive Division I basketball in a military-focused educational environment. Located in Lexington, Virginia, the Keydets program operates under head coach Andrew Wilson, who emphasizes disciplined, tough defense and team-first basketball. The Southern Conference provides consistent postseason opportunities and quality competition that prepares players for professional advancement. VMI's distinctive military structure builds character, leadership, and accountability both on and off the court. Student-athletes benefit from world-class facilities, dedicated coaching staff, and a tight-knit campus community. The program values recruits who embrace the institution's core values of honor, duty, and excellence. High school players seeking a challenging academic environment, meaningful playing time, and development under a coaching staff committed to long-term success should seriously explore what VMI basketball offers.
Net price
$15,585/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
72%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
1,527
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
- $10,028 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $4,645 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $5,212 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $7,336 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,249 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,527
- Average net price
- $15,585 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $21,366 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $51,958 / year
- Graduation rate
- 72%
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 VMI Keydets 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Carter | Lakers, Pacers | — |
| Reggie Williams | Warriors, Hornets, Thunder | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is VMI D1?
Yes, VMI is an NCAA Division I program in the Southern Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for VMI men's basketball.
What conference is VMI in?
VMI competes in the Southern Conference for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at VMI?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $15,585 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 VMI?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,527 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to VMI?
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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.