Head Coach
Randy Hernandez
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About St. Andrews University Basketball
St. Andrews University plays NAIA basketball in the Appalachian Athletic Conference, where Head Coach Randy Hernandez builds rosters that compete hard and develop players who earn real minutes. This is a program that values effort, coachability, and the kind of player who understands what Division III-equivalent competition demands. You'll find playing time here if you come in ready to work. The coaching staff prioritizes development over flashy recruiting rankings, and players who buy into the system typically see immediate opportunities on the court. The program competes in a conference where games are decided by execution and toughness, not overwhelming talent gaps. St. Andrews also delivers what matters off the court. The university sits in North Carolina with solid academics and a culture that treats athletes like students first. You're not walking into a program trying to convince you it's something it isn't, you're walking into a place that develops players systematically and sends them toward the next level when they've earned it. This fits guards and forwards willing to prove themselves in a competitive but realistic setting. If you're a player who needs minutes to grow and respects a coach's straight approach to development, this program warrants serious consideration. 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/.
Appalachian Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Location Bluefield, VA | Enrollment 614 | Avg. net price $18,402 |
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Location , GA | Enrollment 774 | Avg. net price $24,769 |
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Location Dayton, TN | Enrollment 814 | Avg. net price $23,601 |
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Location Columbia, SC | Enrollment 716 | Avg. net price $18,951 |
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Location Kimberlin Heights, TN | Enrollment 743 | Avg. net price $23,549 |
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Location Dublin, GA | Enrollment 6,574 | Avg. net price $11,448 |
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Location Elizabethton, TN | Enrollment 818 | Avg. net price $20,000 |
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Location Montreat, NC | Enrollment 762 | Avg. net price $25,095 |
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Location Gainesville, GA | Enrollment 1,066 | Avg. net price $29,893 |
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Location Saxon, SC | Enrollment 1,116 | Avg. net price $9,138 |
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Location , NC | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
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Location Athens, TN | Enrollment 846 | Avg. net price $14,965 |
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Location Cleveland, GA | Enrollment 744 | Avg. net price $22,436 |
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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 St. Andrews University NAIA?
Yes, St. Andrews University is an NAIA program in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for St. Andrews University men's basketball.
What conference is St. Andrews University in?
St. Andrews University competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
How do I get recruited to St. Andrews 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.
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