Head Coach
Brent Owen
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brent Owen | Head Men's Basketball Coach | brent.owen@lr.edu |
| Tyrone Grady | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | kenneth.grady@lr.edu |
| Cesar Lujan-Flores | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | cesar.lujanflores@lr.edu |
About Lenoir-Rhyne University Basketball
Lenoir-Rhyne plays Division II basketball in a competitive South Atlantic Conference. This is a program that values consistency, work ethic, and players who understand what it takes to compete at this level, not the showcase circuit version, but the real thing. Head coach Everick Sullivan builds rosters around guards who can handle pressure and forwards willing to defend multiple positions. The Bears don't rely on one dominant scorer; they move the ball and make opponents uncomfortable. Playing time here is earned through practice performance and defensive intensity, which means role players actually get minutes and a chance to develop. Academically, Lenoir-Rhyne sits in Hickory with legitimate degree programs in business, education, and the sciences. The school keeps players on track without compromising standards. You'll find tutoring support and advisors who actually follow your progress. The SAC includes solid mid-major programs. Games matter here. Travel is regional, keeping costs manageable for families. You'll play in front of real crowds on weekends, not half-empty arenas. This program fits players seeking genuine development within structure, not players looking for a stepping stone or NBA pipe dreams. It's a place where you can earn a degree, become a better basketball player, and join a community that takes both seriously. --- The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com. ---
Net price
$18,641/yr
Grad rate
50%
Enrollment
1,359
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,641 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $17,198 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,725 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $15,080 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,461 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,274 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,359
- Average net price
- $18,641 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $33,000 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $33,000 / year
- Graduation rate
- 50%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
South Atlantic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
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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Location , SC | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
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 Lenoir-Rhyne University D2?
Yes, Lenoir-Rhyne University is an NCAA Division II program in the South Atlantic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Lenoir-Rhyne University men's basketball.
What conference is Lenoir-Rhyne University in?
Lenoir-Rhyne University competes in the South Atlantic Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Lenoir-Rhyne University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,641 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Lenoir-Rhyne University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,359 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Lenoir-Rhyne 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.
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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.