

Marshall University Football
Marshall University (Marshall) · Huntington, West Virginia · Public university
Marshall University Football coaches
Coaches at Marshall University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
The program
Where Marshall University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Sun Belt Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- herdzone.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
- 16 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 51% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Marshall University in Huntington.
- Location
- Huntington, West Virginia
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- marshall.edu
About Marshall University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Tony Gibson, the Head Coach, leads the Marshall University Football staff of 22 coaches, verified October 2026. Marshall University (Marshall) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Marshall University is a large public school in Huntington, West Virginia with 11,958 undergraduates, a 96% acceptance rate and an average net price of $8,076 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Marshall University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Tony Gibson, the Head Coach and Gunter Brewer, the Assistant Head Coach - Inside Wide Receivers & Tight Ends. Marshall University has 22 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key 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 Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Tony can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Marshall University typically score 910–1150 on the SAT and 19–24 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 Marshall University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Email Coach Tony Gibson at Marshall University from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Email Coach TonyHow football recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Marshall University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Marshall University D1?
Yes. Marshall University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Sun Belt Conference.
Is Marshall University public or private?
Marshall University is a public school in Huntington, West Virginia.
What conference is Marshall University Football in?
The Sun Belt Conference.
Does Marshall University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Marshall 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 Marshall University Football have?
22 coaches, led by Tony Gibson, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Marshall University Football?
Tony Gibson is the Head Coach.
When can Marshall University Football coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior 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 Marshall University 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 Marshall University cost?
In-state tuition is $7,568 and out-of-state tuition is $18,748 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,076.
What is the Marshall University acceptance rate?
96% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Marshall University?
Admitted students typically score 910–1150 on the SAT and 19–24 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Marshall University 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.




