Head Coach
Jarred Merrill
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Coker University Basketball
At Coker, basketball is built on relationships. Head coach Jarred Merrill and his staff invest in knowing their players, not just as athletes, but as people with ambitions beyond the court. This Division II program in the South Atlantic Conference values depth of connection over distance, meaning you'll experience genuine mentorship from coaches who remember your name and care about your development. The culture here centers on belonging. Players describe a tight-knit community where teammates become lifelong friends and staff members genuinely celebrate your growth. Merrill's coaching philosophy emphasizes player agency and trust, he builds programs where young men feel empowered to lead, make mistakes, learn, and improve together. That personal investment creates an environment where you're not just a roster spot; you're part of something intentional. Hartsville provides the kind of setting where college life feels manageable and focused. You're not lost in a massive system. Class sizes are reasonable, academic support is accessible, and the basketball program operates with the kind of intimacy that allows real coaching to happen. You'll compete against solid SAC opponents while developing the character and discipline that transfers well beyond sports. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$24,908/yr
Grad rate
37%
Enrollment
840
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $24,908 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $22,528 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $23,483 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $24,060 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $24,487 / year
- $110,001+
- $28,532 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 840
- Average net price
- $24,908 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $34,249 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $34,249 / year
- Graduation rate
- 37%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
South Atlantic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Anderson University
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Location Anderson, SC | Enrollment 3,183 | Avg. net price $24,068 |
Carson-Newman University
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Location Jefferson City, TN | Enrollment 1,387 | Avg. net price $18,130 |
Catawba College
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Location Salisbury, NC | Enrollment 1,235 | Avg. net price $15,993 |
Coker University
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Location Hartsville, SC | Enrollment 840 | Avg. net price $24,908 |
Emory & Henry College
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Location Emory, VA | Enrollment 1,078 | Avg. net price $24,031 |
Lenoir-Rhyne University
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Location Hickory, NC | Enrollment 1,359 | Avg. net price $18,641 |
Limestone University
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Lincoln Memorial University
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Location Harrogate, TN | Enrollment 1,572 | Avg. net price $21,394 |
Mars Hill University
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Location Mars Hill, NC | Enrollment 1,044 | Avg. net price $20,442 |
Newberry College
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Location Newberry, SC | Enrollment 1,479 | Avg. net price $22,104 |
The University of Virginia's College at Wise
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Location Wise, VA | Enrollment 1,101 | Avg. net price $5,869 |
Tusculum University
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Location Greeneville, TN | Enrollment 785 | Avg. net price $20,508 |
Wingate University
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Location Wingate, NC | Enrollment 2,668 | Avg. net price $21,511 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coker University D2?
Yes, Coker University is an NCAA Division II program in the South Atlantic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Coker University men's basketball.
What conference is Coker University in?
Coker University competes in the South Atlantic Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Coker University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $24,908 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Coker University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 840 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Coker University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D2, 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 D2 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Let an FCP Coach Help You Get to Coker University
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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.