Valdosta State University Men's Basketball
Valdosta State University (VSU) · Valdosta, Georgia · Public university
Valdosta State University Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Valdosta State University who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Valdosta State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Gulf South Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- vstateblazers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 17 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 42% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Valdosta State University in Valdosta.
- Location
- Valdosta, Georgia
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- valdosta.edu
About Valdosta State University Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Mike Helfer, the Head Men's Basketball Coach, leads the Valdosta State University Men's Basketball staff of 6 coaches, verified October 2026. Valdosta State University (VSU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Basketball as a member of the Gulf South Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. Valdosta State University is a large public school in Valdosta, Georgia with 10,262 undergraduates, a 72% acceptance rate and an average net price of $11,144 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Valdosta State University Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Nate Nowicki, the Associate Head Coach and Mike Helfer, the Head Men's Basketball Coach. Valdosta State University has 6 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Mike can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Valdosta State University typically score 920–1100 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Valdosta State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Mike Helfer at Valdosta State University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
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Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Valdosta State University D2?
Yes. Valdosta State University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Basketball, in the Gulf South Conference.
Is Valdosta State University public or private?
Valdosta State University is a public school in Valdosta, Georgia.
What conference is Valdosta State University Men's Basketball in?
The Gulf South Conference.
Does Valdosta State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
Valdosta State University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Valdosta State University Men's Basketball have?
6 coaches, led by Mike Helfer, the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Valdosta State University Men's Basketball?
Mike Helfer is the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
When can Valdosta State University Men's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division II coaches can call and send materials at any time, and off-campus contact and official visits start June 15 after sophomore year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Valdosta State University Men's Basketball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Valdosta State University cost?
In-state tuition is $4,488 and out-of-state tuition is $16,200 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $11,144.
What is the Valdosta State University acceptance rate?
72% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Valdosta State University?
Admitted students typically score 920–1100 on the SAT and 16–22 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Valdosta State University Men's Basketball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
