Head Coach
Bubba Smith
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Bubba Smith | Men's Basketball Head Coach | rsmith@leeuniversity.edu |
| Micka Stout | Men's Basketball Assistant Coach | mstout@leeuniversity.edu |
| Alex Kelehear | Men's Basketball Assistant Coach | akeleh00@leeu.edu |
About Lee University Basketball
Lee University basketball has built something special under head coach Bubba Smith, a Gulf South Conference program that competes with discipline, toughness, and a genuine commitment to player development. Smith's approach emphasizes basketball fundamentals and accountability, creating a culture where individual growth fuels team success. The Flames play in Cleveland, Tennessee, a supportive community where basketball matters and fans show up. What sets Lee apart is the combination of competitive basketball and a genuine educational mission. You're not just joining a team; you're part of an institution that values student-athletes as whole people. The program recruits players who want to improve their game while pursuing a meaningful degree in a tight-knit campus environment. The Gulf South Conference offers legitimate competition, games that test you and prepare you for what comes next, whether that's professional opportunities or postseason play. Bubba Smith recruits hungry players: those who've worked to earn their spot and recognize that Division II basketball at Lee means real competition without losing sight of why you came to college. The Flames develop players year after year, and that track record speaks to how seriously the program takes your development. If you're looking for a program that will push you, value you, and compete hard in a conference that matters, Lee belongs on your list. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Net price
$21,034/yr
Grad rate
62%
Enrollment
2,617
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $21,034 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $18,443 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,158 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,358 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $20,574 / year
- $110,001+
- $26,566 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,617
- Average net price
- $21,034 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $24,870 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $24,870 / year
- Graduation rate
- 62%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Gulf South Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Auburn University at Montgomery
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Location Montgomery, AL | Enrollment 2,542 | Avg. net price $13,789 |
Christian Brothers University
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Location Memphis, TN | Enrollment 905 | Avg. net price $16,842 |
Delta State University
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Location Cleveland, MS | Enrollment 1,620 | Avg. net price $12,677 |
Lee University
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Location Cleveland, TN | Enrollment 2,617 | Avg. net price $21,034 |
Mississippi College
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Location Clinton, MS | Enrollment 2,518 | Avg. net price $21,034 |
Trevecca Nazarene University
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Location Nashville, TN | Enrollment 1,737 | Avg. net price $19,828 |
Union University
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Location Jackson, TN | Enrollment 1,607 | Avg. net price $22,995 |
University of Alabama in Huntsville
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Location Huntsville, AL | Enrollment 6,591 | Avg. net price $22,758 |
University of Montevallo
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Location Montevallo, AL | Enrollment 2,151 | Avg. net price $18,760 |
University of West Alabama
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Location Livingston, AL | Enrollment 2,974 | Avg. net price $11,531 |
University of West Florida
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Location Pensacola, FL | Enrollment 9,330 | Avg. net price $9,443 |
University of West Georgia
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Location Carrollton, GA | Enrollment 7,520 | Avg. net price $11,787 |
Valdosta State University
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Location Valdosta, GA | Enrollment 6,622 | Avg. net price $10,804 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lee University D2?
Yes, Lee University is an NCAA Division II program in the Gulf South Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Lee University men's basketball.
What conference is Lee University in?
Lee University competes in the Gulf South Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Lee University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $21,034 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Lee University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,617 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Lee 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 Lee 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.