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Lyon College Football

Lyon College (LC) · Batesville, Arkansas · Private nonprofit university

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NCAA IIISouthern Collegiate Athletic Conference
Acceptance rate63%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate47%finish within six years
Undergraduates659Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Lyon College Football coaches

Coaches at Lyon College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Chris DouglasHead Coach - Quarterbacks
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Alex TownsendCo-Special Teams Coordinator - Defensive Backs
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Andrew SmithCornerbacks Coach
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Defensive Coordinator - Defensive Line CoachSign up to see name
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Co-Special Teams Coordinator - Running Backs & Tight Ends CoachSign up to see name
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Linebackers CoachSign up to see name
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Offensive Coordinator - Offensive Line CoachSign up to see name
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Athletics

The program

Where Lyon College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
lyonscots.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer ScienceData Science, General
Test policy
Neither Required nor Recommended
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
47% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$29,900
Campus

Where it is

Lyon College in Batesville.

Location
Batesville, Arkansas
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Time zone
Central
Website
lyon.edu
Overview

About Lyon College Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Chris Douglas, the Head Coach - Quarterbacks, leads the Lyon College Football staff of 8 coaches, verified October 2026. Lyon College (LC) competes in NCAA Division III Football as a member of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Lyon College is a small private school in Batesville, Arkansas with 659 undergraduates, a 63% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lyon College Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Chris Douglas, the Head Coach - Quarterbacks and Alex Townsend, the Co-Special Teams Coordinator - Defensive Backs. Lyon College has 8 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Chris can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lyon College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Lyon College Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Lyon College D3?

Yes. Lyon College competes in NCAA Division III Football, in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Is Lyon College public or private?

Lyon College is a private nonprofit school in Batesville, Arkansas.

What conference is Lyon College Football in?

The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference.

Does Lyon College offer athletic scholarships for Football?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Lyon College Football have?

8 coaches, led by Chris Douglas, the Head Coach - Quarterbacks.

Who is the head coach of Lyon College Football?

Chris Douglas is the Head Coach - Quarterbacks.

When can Lyon College Football coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. 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 Lyon College Football?

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 Lyon College cost?

In-state tuition is $29,900 and out-of-state tuition is $29,900 a year.

What is the Lyon College acceptance rate?

63% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the Lyon College Football 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.

Coaching staff verified October 2026