East Mississippi Community College Men's Basketball

JUCO Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Mississippi

East Mississippi Community College

· Men's Basketball

JUCO Mississippi Association of Community Colleges

Billy Begley

Head Coach

Billy Begley

Program contact: DJ Evans, Assistant Coach devans2@eastms.edu
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About East Mississippi Community College Basketball

The NJCAA junior college circuit moves fast, rosters turn over every two years, and programs that can develop talent quickly and move players up or out to four-year schools build sustained success. East Mississippi Community College operates in that environment under head coach Billy Begley, who understands the MACС landscape and what it takes to compete in a conference where depth, guard play, and efficient offensive execution separate contenders from the rest. EMCC plays the kind of basketball that translates. Begley's teams emphasize ball movement and defensive intensity, the foundation for players looking to earn looks from Division I and II programs. In the MACС, you're facing athletic competition night in and out, which means two-year players here get tested against quality opponents consistently. The program prioritizes guards who can facilitate and score, but also recruits versatile wings and bigs capable of multiple skill sets. What matters most for recruits: Are you ready to be part of a two-year pipeline where production and improvement directly determine your next opportunity? EMCC doesn't hide players. If you develop, you get recruited. Begley's track record reflects his understanding of junior college basketball as a stepping stone, not a destination. Consider whether the MACС's pace and competition level aligns with your development timeline and goals. This is a program built on movement and measurable growth. 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/.

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Net price

$3,276/yr

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

2,838

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price: $3,276 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $2,644 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $2,776 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $3,496 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $5,332 / year
$110,001+: $10,961 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 2,838
Average net price: $3,276 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $4,170 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $7,870 / year
Graduation rate: 43%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Teams

Mississippi Association of Community Colleges men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Coahoma Community College View program →	Location Clarksdale, MS	Enrollment 1,144	Avg. net price $1,198
Copiah-Lincoln Community College View program →	Location Wesson, MS	Enrollment 1,922	Avg. net price $3,733
East Central Community College View program →	Location Decatur, MS	Enrollment 1,520	Avg. net price $5,533
East Mississippi Community College View program →	Location Lowndes, MS	Enrollment 2,838	Avg. net price $3,276
Hinds Community College View program →	Location Warren, MS	Enrollment 6,397	Avg. net price $7,424
Holmes Community College View program →	Location Goodman, MS	Enrollment 3,958	Avg. net price $4,920
Itawamba Community College View program →	Location Fulton, MS	Enrollment 4,167	Avg. net price $2,729
Jones College View program →	Location Ellisville, MS	Enrollment 3,535	Avg. net price $5,252
Meridian Community College View program →	Location Meridian, MS	Enrollment 2,156	Avg. net price $6,473
Mississippi Delta Community College View program →	Location Greenwood, MS	Enrollment 1,413	Avg. net price $36
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College View program →	Location Gulfport, MS	Enrollment 6,353	Avg. net price $7,502
Northeast Mississippi Community College View program →	Location Booneville, MS	Enrollment 2,698	Avg. net price $6,765
Northwest Mississippi Community College View program →	Location Senatobia, MS	Enrollment 5,452	Avg. net price $10,559
Pearl River Community College View program →	Location Poplarville, MS	Enrollment 4,903	Avg. net price $5,878
Southwest Mississippi Community College View program →	Location Pike, MS	Enrollment 1,474	Avg. net price $3,318

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Mississippi Community College JUCO?

Yes, East Mississippi Community College is a JUCO program in the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for East Mississippi Community College men's basketball.

What conference is East Mississippi Community College in?

East Mississippi Community College competes in the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at East Mississippi Community College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $3,276 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.

What is undergraduate enrollment at East Mississippi Community College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,838 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to East Mississippi Community College?

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Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.