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.
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What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Yale Bulldogs
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Yale Bulldogs's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
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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 2026-08-13.