Head Coach
Josh Austin
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Austin | Head Coach | jaustin@williamsbu.edu |
| Vyshonn Munson | Assistant Coach | vmunson@williamsbu.edu |
About Williams Baptist University Basketball
At Williams Baptist, you're not just another roster spot, you're part of a tight-knit community where your coach knows your name, your goals, and what drives you. Head coach Josh Austin builds his program on genuine relationships and personal investment in each player's growth, both on and off the court. In the American Midwest Conference, the Eagles compete in a conference that rewards toughness, basketball intelligence, and team chemistry. Small-school basketball means more playing time opportunities, more direct access to coaching, and an environment where your development matters personally to the staff. You'll develop within a program that values character alongside competitiveness, where your teammates become lifelong connections. Walnut Ridge and the surrounding community support their Eagles, creating an atmosphere where you feel genuinely valued. The NAIA level attracts serious competitors who want to play meaningful minutes and improve their game without the massive roster management of Division I. If you thrive in settings where relationships matter and where coaches have time to invest in your individual progress, Williams Baptist offers that balance of competitive basketball and authentic community. You'll graduate with a degree, stronger skills, and connections that last. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$17,814/yr
Grad rate
36%
Enrollment
478
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $17,814 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $17,480 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $16,435 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,618 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,321 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,546 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 478
- Average net price
- $17,814 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $22,540 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $22,540 / year
- Graduation rate
- 36%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
American Midwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Baptist College
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Location Conway, AR | Enrollment 484 | Avg. net price $20,276 |
Columbia College
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Location Columbia, MO | Enrollment 4,950 | Avg. net price $25,982 |
Crowley's Ridge College
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Location Paragould, AR | Enrollment 165 | Avg. net price $18,918 |
Hannibal-LaGrange University
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Location Hannibal, MO | Enrollment 410 | Avg. net price $21,546 |
Harris-Stowe State University
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 960 | Avg. net price $11,182 |
| University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy View program → | Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 337 | Avg. net price $28,540 |
Williams Baptist University
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Location Walnut Ridge, AR | Enrollment 478 | Avg. net price $17,814 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Williams Baptist University NAIA?
Yes, Williams Baptist University is an NAIA program in the American Midwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Williams Baptist University men's basketball.
What conference is Williams Baptist University in?
Williams Baptist University competes in the American Midwest Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Williams Baptist University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,814 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Williams Baptist University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 478 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Williams Baptist 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 Williams Baptist University 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 NAIA coaches ask the question, so when Williams Baptist University'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.