Head Coach
Matt Brackett
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Hardin-Simmons University Basketball
Every November, when the lights come up in the Kathryn Connally Center, there's a particular energy in the stands, the kind that only builds when a program has been doing something right for decades. Hardin-Simmons basketball carries that weight. Coach Matt Brackett has inherited and built upon a tradition where toughness, fundamentals, and genuine development matter more than flash. In the American Southwest Conference, that consistency shows. The Cowboys don't reinvent themselves seasonally; they grind, improve, and compete at a level that demands respect from opponents who underestimate Division III basketball. What makes this program distinct is how it balances aspiration with realism. Players here understand they're stepping into a conference known for competitive depth, every game matters, every possession counts. Brackett coaches with an eye toward developing complete players: defenders first, scorers second, teammates always. The roster reflects that philosophy: you'll find disciplined ball handlers, versatile wings willing to lock down, and bigs who understand spacing and positioning. Abilene itself matters. It's not a college town drowning in distractions; it's a place where basketball is central, where the community shows up, where your name gets remembered if you play well. Hardin-Simmons offers the chance to compete in a legitimate conference while building a foundation, athletically and academically, for whatever comes next. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$19,731/yr
Grad rate
44%
Enrollment
1,283
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $19,731 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $13,040 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,887 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,153 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $20,601 / year
- $110,001+
- $26,135 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,283
- Average net price
- $19,731 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $34,260 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $34,260 / year
- Graduation rate
- 44%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
American Southwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
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 Hardin-Simmons University D3?
Yes, Hardin-Simmons University is an NCAA Division III program in the American Southwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Hardin-Simmons University men's basketball.
What conference is Hardin-Simmons University in?
Hardin-Simmons University competes in the American Southwest Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Hardin-Simmons University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,731 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Hardin-Simmons University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,283 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Hardin-Simmons 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.