Head Coach
Joseph Cooper
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-16 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Cooper | Head Men's Basketball Coach | jcooper@bluefield.edu |
| Ethan Rainwater | Assistant Men's & Women's Basketball Coach | erainwater@bluefield.edu |
| Stormy Hill | Assistant Athletic Trainer | shill@bluefield.edu |
About Bluefield University Basketball
Bluefield University basketball demands players who embrace both excellence and accountability. Head Coach Richard Morgan has built a program where hard work translates into meaningful minutes and development that extends beyond the court. Competing in the Appalachian Athletic Conference, the Eagles face opponents who challenge them to sharpen their craft every single day. What sets Bluefield apart is the genuine connection between coaching staff and student-athletes. Morgan's system prioritizes players who understand that college basketball requires mental toughness alongside physical skill. You'll find a culture where consistency matters more than flash, and where teammates push each other toward improvement because they trust the process. The Bluefield community embraces its basketball program with real pride. Playing here means representing an institution that values your growth as both an athlete and a person. The facilities and support systems reflect a commitment to helping you succeed at the NAIA level while building the discipline and resilience you'll carry forward. If you're the type of recruit who thrives in environments where your work ethic gets noticed and rewarded, where a coach invests in your development because he sees your potential, Bluefield offers that opportunity. This is a program for players ready to compete and earn their place. Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.
Net price
$18,402/yr
Grad rate
26%
Enrollment
614
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,402 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $18,103 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,527 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $18,280 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,527 / year
- $110,001+
- $18,617 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 614
- Average net price
- $18,402 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $26,770 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $26,770 / year
- Graduation rate
- 26%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Appalachian Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Bluefield University
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Location Bluefield, VA | Enrollment 614 | Avg. net price $18,402 |
Brewton-Parker College
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Location , GA | Enrollment 774 | Avg. net price $24,769 |
Bryan College
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Location Dayton, TN | Enrollment 814 | Avg. net price $23,601 |
Columbia International University
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Location Columbia, SC | Enrollment 716 | Avg. net price $18,951 |
Johnson University
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Location Kimberlin Heights, TN | Enrollment 743 | Avg. net price $23,549 |
Middle Georgia State University
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Location Dublin, GA | Enrollment 6,574 | Avg. net price $11,448 |
Milligan University
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Location Elizabethton, TN | Enrollment 818 | Avg. net price $20,000 |
Montreat College
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Location Montreat, NC | Enrollment 762 | Avg. net price $25,095 |
Reinhardt University
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Location Gainesville, GA | Enrollment 1,066 | Avg. net price $29,893 |
Spartanburg Methodist College
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Location Saxon, SC | Enrollment 1,116 | Avg. net price $9,138 |
St. Andrews University
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Location , NC | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Tennessee Wesleyan University
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Location Athens, TN | Enrollment 846 | Avg. net price $14,965 |
Truett McConnell University
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Location Cleveland, GA | Enrollment 744 | Avg. net price $22,436 |
Union College
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Location , KY | Enrollment 746 | Avg. net price $11,010 |
| University of Pikeville View program → | Location Pikeville, KY | Enrollment 1,135 | Avg. net price $19,224 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bluefield University NAIA?
Yes, Bluefield University is an NAIA program in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Bluefield University men's basketball.
What conference is Bluefield University in?
Bluefield University competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Bluefield University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,402 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Bluefield University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 614 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Bluefield University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for NAIA, 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 NAIA programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Bluefield University Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a NAIA program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Bluefield University's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
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.