Houston Christian University Men's Basketball
Houston Christian University (HCU) · Houston, Texas · Private nonprofit university
Houston Christian University Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Houston Christian University who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Houston Christian University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Southland Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- hcuhuskies.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 49% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Houston Christian University in Houston.
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Baptist
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- hc.edu
About Houston Christian University Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Craig Doty, the Ann and James Sears Bryant Head Men's Basketball Coach, leads the Houston Christian University Men's Basketball staff of 10 coaches, verified October 2026. Houston Christian University (HCU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball as a member of the Southland Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. Houston Christian University is a private school in Houston, Texas with 4,276 undergraduates, a 84% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,530 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Houston Christian University Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Evan Lavery, the Associate Head Coach and Craig Doty, the Ann and James Sears Bryant Head Men's Basketball Coach. Houston Christian University has 10 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Craig can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Houston Christian University typically score 990–1190 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Houston Christian University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach CraigHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Houston Christian University Men's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Houston Christian University D1?
Yes. Houston Christian University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball, in the Southland Conference.
Is Houston Christian University public or private?
Houston Christian University is a private nonprofit school in Houston, Texas.
What conference is Houston Christian University Men's Basketball in?
The Southland Conference.
Does Houston Christian University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
Houston Christian University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Houston Christian University Men's Basketball have?
10 coaches, led by Craig Doty, the Ann and James Sears Bryant Head Men's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Houston Christian University Men's Basketball?
Craig Doty is the Ann and James Sears Bryant Head Men's Basketball Coach.
When can Houston Christian University Men's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I coaches in most sports can start contacting recruits on June 15 after sophomore year, though some sports start later or earlier. 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 Houston Christian 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 Houston Christian University cost?
In-state tuition is $36,750 and out-of-state tuition is $36,750 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,530.
What is the Houston Christian University acceptance rate?
84% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Houston Christian University?
Admitted students typically score 990–1190 on the SAT and 17–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Houston Christian 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.
