Head Coach
Brian Emerson
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory.
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About University of the South Basketball
At Sewanee, basketball isn't about chasing metrics, it's about building genuine connections. Head coach Brian Emerson runs a program where players matter as individuals, not just roster spots. In the Southern Athletic Association, you'll compete against schools that share a commitment to balancing rigorous academics with meaningful athletic development. The difference here shows up in daily interactions: a coach who remembers what drives you, teammates who push each other because they genuinely care, and a community that invests in your growth beyond the court. Division III basketball at Sewanee means you're choosing depth over hype. You'll develop fundamental skills, basketball IQ, and resilience in an environment where playing time is earned and feedback is consistent. The campus itself, nestled in the Cumberland Plateau, creates a tight-knit athletic culture. Players stay connected through seasons, support each other across sports, and graduate having built relationships that last. If you're looking for a place where your coach knows your name, your teammates have your back, and your development matters more than your ranking, Sewanee offers something real. You'll improve as a player and grow as a person in a program built on trust and intentional leadership. The gap between a recruit who gets offers and one who doesn't is rarely talent alone, it's preparation. Florida Coastal Prep specializes in exactly that bridge year. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com or reach out via /contact/.
Net price
$31,931/yr
Grad rate
79%
Enrollment
1,607
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $31,931 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $20,205 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $14,784 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $26,325 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $27,659 / year
- $110,001+
- $40,379 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,607
- Average net price
- $31,931 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $58,226 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $58,226 / year
- Graduation rate
- 79%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Southern Athletic Association Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Berry College
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Location Mount Berry, GA | Enrollment 2,245 | Avg. net price $21,964 |
Birmingham-Southern College
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Location Birmingham, AL | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Centre College
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Location Danville, KY | Enrollment 1,400 | Avg. net price $19,980 |
Millsaps College
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Location Jackson, MS | Enrollment 549 | Avg. net price $25,728 |
Oglethorpe University
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Location Atlanta, GA | Enrollment 1,352 | Avg. net price $20,156 |
Rhodes College
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Location Memphis, TN | Enrollment 1,836 | Avg. net price $28,776 |
Southwestern University
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Location Georgetown, TX | Enrollment 1,440 | Avg. net price $29,435 |
Trinity University
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Location San Antonio, TX | Enrollment 2,505 | Avg. net price $22,962 |
University of the South
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Location Sewanee, TN | Enrollment 1,607 | Avg. net price $31,931 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of the South D3?
Yes, University of the South is an NCAA Division III program in the Southern Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of the South men's basketball.
What conference is University of the South in?
University of the South competes in the Southern Athletic Association for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of the South?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $31,931 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at University of the South?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,607 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of the South?
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.
Your Eligibility for University of the South Starts Today
Eligibility problems discovered late cost players their best opportunities. FCP's academic support team works proactively to ensure every player is cleared before D3 coaches ask the question, so when University of the South's staff is interested, the answer is ready.
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.