Head Coach
Ray Stone
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Tennessee Wesleyan University Basketball
The Appalachian Athletic Conference operates differently than most NAIA loops, it values sustained development over flash, and Tennessee Wesleyan has built an identity around that philosophy under Ray Stone. The program doesn't chase portal quick fixes; instead, Stone develops players incrementally, which means you need to arrive ready to compete but also patient enough to earn meaningful minutes. Stone's staff understands the AAC landscape intimately. This conference produces consistent mid-major competition, games are physical, defensive-minded, and decided by ball security and execution rather than talent differential alone. Tennessee Wesleyan competes in that mold. The program emphasizes post defense and perimeter shooting consistency, two skills that travel across levels. What separates this opportunity is the Athens location and academic integration. You're not in a basketball bubble; the school maintains real balance between hoops and classroom demands. Stone's recruiting pattern shows he values character durability, players who handle adversity without transfer portal exits. That stability creates predictable playing time pathways if you fit the system. The Appalachian Athletic Conference isn't a national spotlight league, but it's a legitimate development environment. Teams here are scouted by Division II and low-major Division I programs looking for proven competitors. If you're a guard who can shoot off screens or a forward with positional versatility, this program offers real path to increased exposure. --- Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$14,965/yr
Grad rate
49%
Enrollment
846
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $14,965 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $12,454 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $10,515 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,928 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,159 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,033 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 846
- Average net price
- $14,965 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $32,050 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $32,050 / year
- Graduation rate
- 49%
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 Tennessee Wesleyan University NAIA?
Yes, Tennessee Wesleyan University is an NAIA program in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Tennessee Wesleyan University men's basketball.
What conference is Tennessee Wesleyan University in?
Tennessee Wesleyan University competes in the Appalachian Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Tennessee Wesleyan University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $14,965 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Tennessee Wesleyan University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 846 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Tennessee Wesleyan 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.
Your Eligibility for Tennessee Wesleyan University Starts Today
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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.