Head Coach
Chris Lovell
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About East Texas Baptist University Basketball
The American Southwest Conference operates differently than other Division III circuits, it demands versatility and ball movement over isolation scoring, and East Texas Baptist has built its identity around that principle. Head Coach Chris Lovell has constructed a program that values basketball intelligence and positional flexibility, meaning guards need to facilitate and forwards must space the floor effectively. What separates ETBU from other ASC programs is its commitment to player development through structured strength and conditioning. The Tigers compete in a conference where athletic depth matters, but coaching consistency matters more. Lovell's staff prioritizes recruiting players who understand their role within a system rather than those seeking individual scoring opportunities. That philosophy shapes everything from practice structure to game selection. Marshall's location in East Texas creates an interesting recruiting advantage, the program sits close enough to talent pipelines in Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston while maintaining the close-knit community feel that appeals to players wanting genuine relationships with coaching staff. The campus culture emphasizes academic progress as seriously as on-court performance, which means ETBU attracts student-athletes who view college as a four-year investment. The ASC postseason tournament is competitive and unpredictable, making regular-season consistency critical. ETBU typically competes best when it can control tempo and minimize turnovers, a direct reflection of Lovell's coaching priorities. If you're a guard or forward who thrives within structure and wants meaningful playing time at a Division III level, this program warrants serious evaluation. 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
$23,414/yr
Grad rate
45%
Enrollment
1,352
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $23,414 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $23,802 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $20,383 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $19,861 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $23,223 / year
- $110,001+
- $29,256 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,352
- Average net price
- $23,414 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $31,760 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $31,760 / year
- Graduation rate
- 45%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
American Southwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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East Texas Baptist University
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Location Marshall, TX | Enrollment 1,352 | Avg. net price $23,414 |
Hardin-Simmons University
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Location Abilene, TX | Enrollment 1,283 | Avg. net price $19,731 |
Howard Payne University
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Location Brownwood, TX | Enrollment 713 | Avg. net price $26,563 |
Sul Ross State University
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Location , TX | Enrollment 1,396 | Avg. net price $16,255 |
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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Location Belton, TX | Enrollment 2,759 | Avg. net price $29,143 |
University of Texas at Dallas
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Location Collin, TX | Enrollment 21,751 | Avg. net price $15,271 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Texas Baptist University D3?
Yes, East Texas Baptist University is an NCAA Division III program in the American Southwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for East Texas Baptist University men's basketball.
What conference is East Texas Baptist University in?
East Texas Baptist University competes in the American Southwest Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at East Texas Baptist University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $23,414 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at East Texas Baptist University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,352 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to East Texas Baptist University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D3, 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 D3 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.