Head Coach
Ross Hodge
Program contact: Mike Randle, Recruiting Coordinator
michael.randle@mail.wvu.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Randle | Recruiting Coordinator | michael.randle@mail.wvu.edu |
| Yusuf Ali | Assistant Coach | yusuf.ali@mail.wvu.edu |
| Johnny Estelle | Assistant Coach | johnny.estelle@mail.wvu.edu |
| Phil Forte | Assistant Coach | phillip.forte@mail.wvu.edu |
| Jase Herl | Assistant Coach | jase.herl@mail.wvu.edu |
| Andre Shaw | Assistant Coach | andre.shaw@mail.wvu.edu |
| Sean McClurg | Video Coordinator | sean.mcclurg@mail.wvu.edu |
| Ben Murray | Basketball Staff | bmurray@wvuf.org |
About West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball
West Virginia basketball competes in the highly competitive Big 12 Conference, one of college basketball's premier leagues where athletes face elite competition night in and night out. Head Coach Ross Hodge leads a program committed to developing skilled, resilient players who understand the demands of high-level basketball. The Mountaineers offer recruits access to a strong academic environment at a major research university while maintaining a culture emphasizing toughness, accountability, and player development. WVU basketball demands excellence both on the court and in the classroom. The program's passionate fan base and rich basketball tradition create an energizing atmosphere for competing athletes. High school players seeking a challenging path to professional basketball or meaningful college competition should reach out to Coach Hodge's staff to learn how West Virginia can help them reach their potential while earning a quality degree.
Net price
$18,020/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
66%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
17,385
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
- $15,015 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $12,394 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,965 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,398 / year
- $110,001+
- $24,729 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 17,385
- Average net price
- $18,020 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $10,752 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $30,432 / year
- Graduation rate
- 66%
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 West Virginia Mountaineers camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Program history
2
Final Fours
1959, 2010
2
NIT titles
1942, 2007
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Rod Thorn | Bulls, Hawks, Pistons | — |
| Jerome Anderson | Celtics, Pacers | — |
| Joe Alexander | Bulls, Bucks | — |
| Ed Beach | Hawks | — |
| Jerry West | Lakers | 1960–1974 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Big 12 Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Arizona
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Location Tucson, AZ | Enrollment 42,537 | Avg. net price $17,125 |
Arizona State
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Location Tempe, AZ | Enrollment 64,674 | Avg. net price $14,694 |
Baylor
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Location Waco, TX | Enrollment 14,785 | Avg. net price $44,441 |
BYU
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Location Provo, UT | Enrollment 32,952 | Avg. net price $13,397 |
Cincinnati
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Location Cincinnati, OH | Enrollment 29,882 | Avg. net price $24,917 |
Colorado
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Location Boulder, CO | Enrollment 31,939 | Avg. net price $23,708 |
Houston
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Location Houston, TX | Enrollment 38,380 | Avg. net price $11,439 |
Iowa State
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Location Ames, IA | Enrollment 25,367 | Avg. net price $18,517 |
Kansas
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Location Lawrence, KS | Enrollment 21,217 | Avg. net price $20,004 |
Kansas State
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Location Manhattan, KS | Enrollment 15,142 | Avg. net price $18,210 |
Oklahoma State
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Location Stillwater, OK | Enrollment 21,773 | Avg. net price $17,058 |
TCU
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Location Fort Worth, TX | Enrollment 11,026 | Avg. net price $35,045 |
Texas Tech
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Location Lubbock, TX | Enrollment 32,394 | Avg. net price $19,890 |
UCF
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Location Orlando, FL | Enrollment 59,146 | Avg. net price $11,516 |
Utah
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Location Salt Lake City, UT | Enrollment 27,264 | Avg. net price $27,314 |
West Virginia
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Location Morgantown, WV | Enrollment 17,385 | Avg. net price $18,020 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Virginia D1?
Yes, West Virginia is an NCAA Division I program in the Big 12. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for West Virginia men's basketball.
What conference is West Virginia in?
West Virginia competes in the Big 12 for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at West Virginia?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,020 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 West Virginia?
College Scorecard reports approximately 17,385 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to West Virginia?
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.