Henderson State University Men's Cross Country
Henderson State University (HSU) · Arkadelphia, Arkansas · Public university
Henderson State University Men's Cross Country coaches
Coaches at Henderson State University who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.
The program
Where Henderson State University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division II
- Conference
- Great American Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- hsusports.com
Academics
What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.
Popular majors
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 37% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Henderson State University in Arkadelphia.
- Location
- Arkadelphia, Arkansas
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- hsu.edu
About Henderson State University Men's Cross Country
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Brett Charlton, the Head Track and Field - Cross Country Coach, leads the Henderson State University Men's Cross Country staff of 2 coaches, verified October 2026. Henderson State University (HSU) competes in NCAA Division II Men's Cross Country as a member of the Great American 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. Henderson State University is a small public school in Arkadelphia, Arkansas with 2,055 undergraduates and an average net price of $20,444 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Henderson State University Men's Cross Country
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Brett Charlton, the Head Track and Field - Cross Country Coach and Henry Spillers, the Associate Head Track and Field - Cross Country Coach. Henderson State University has 2 coaches for Men's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times 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 links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Brett can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Henderson State University staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.
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Email Coach BrettHow cross country recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Henderson State University Men's Cross Country FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Henderson State University D2?
Yes. Henderson State University competes in NCAA Division II Men's Cross Country, in the Great American Conference.
Is Henderson State University public or private?
Henderson State University is a public school in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.
What conference is Henderson State University Men's Cross Country in?
The Great American Conference.
Does Henderson State University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?
Henderson 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 Henderson State University Men's Cross Country have?
2 coaches, led by Brett Charlton, the Head Track and Field - Cross Country Coach.
Who is the head coach of Henderson State University Men's Cross Country?
Brett Charlton is the Head Track and Field - Cross Country Coach.
When can Henderson State University Men's Cross Country 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 Henderson State University Men's Cross Country?
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 Henderson State University cost?
In-state tuition is $6,408 and out-of-state tuition is $8,784 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,444.
How do I contact the Henderson State University Men's Cross Country 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.
