Head Coach
James Jones
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Kingsley | Associate Head Coach | matthew.kingsley@yale.edu |
| Tobe Carberry | Assistant Coach | tobe.carberry@yale.edu |
| Brandon Sherrod | Assistant Coach | brandon.sherrod@yale.edu |
| Derrick Seldon | Director of Operations | derrick.seldon@yale.edu |
| Jessica Raniero | Associate Athletic Trainer (Men’s Basketball and Women’s Crew) | jessica.raniero@yale.edu |
| Abby Quinn | Director of Sports Performance and Student-Athlete Innovation | abigail.quinn@yale.edu |
| Jackson Thiel | Student Manager | jackson.thiel@yale.edu |
| Kayla Frey | Student Manager | kayla.frey@yale.edu |
| Rebecca Sosa-Coba | Student Manager | rebecca.sosa-coba@yale.edu |
| Riley Avelar | Student Manager | riley.avelar@yale.edu |
About Yale Bulldogs Basketball
Yale men's basketball competes in the prestigious Ivy League, where athletic excellence goes hand-in-hand with world-class academics. Located in New Haven, Connecticut, the program operates under head coach James Jones, who emphasizes player development and basketball fundamentals within a competitive collegiate environment. The Ivy League represents the highest level of NCAA Division I basketball, featuring talented rosters and rigorous conference play that prepare players for professional opportunities. Yale offers recruits an exceptional educational experience at one of the nation's premier universities while competing at an elite level. The program prioritizes character, academic achievement, and basketball growth, creating a culture where student-athletes thrive both on the court and in the classroom. High school players seeking a balanced college experience with genuine competitive basketball and Ivy League prestige should reach out to coach Jones and his staff to explore what the Yale program can offer.
Net price
$11,340/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
96%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
6,758
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
- $1,256 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $867 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $854 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $7,828 / year
- $110,001+
- $47,749 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 6,758
- Average net price
- $11,340 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $69,900 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $69,900 / year
- Graduation rate
- 96%
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
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Tony Lavelli | Knicks, Celtics | — |
| Chris Dudley | Trail Blazers, Knicks, Suns, Nets | 1993–1997 |
| Earl G. Graves, Jr. | Cavaliers | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yale D1?
Yes, Yale is an NCAA Division I program in the Ivy League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Yale men's basketball.
What conference is Yale in?
Yale competes in the Ivy League for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Yale?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $11,340 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Yale?
College Scorecard reports approximately 6,758 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Yale?
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.
The Commitment Yale Bulldogs Respects
D1 coaches at programs like Yale Bulldogs extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
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.