Men's Basketball D1 Conference USA
Western Kentucky University
Hilltoppers
Coaching Staff
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Hank Plona | Head Coach |
| Martin Cross | Assistant Coach |
| Josh Newman | Assistant Coach |
| Eric Murphy | Assistant Coach |
| Nate Laing | Assistant Coach |
| Darryl Jackson | Assistant Coach/Operations |
| Wyatt Battaile | Director of Player Development and Video |
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Recent Records
| Season | Overall | Conference |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 18 – 14 | 11 – 9 |
| 2024-25 | 17 – 15 | 8 – 10 |
| 2023-24 | 22 – 12 | 8 – 8 |
| 2022-23 | 17 – 16 | 8 – 12 |
Academic Profile
Acceptance Rate
SAT
Critical Reading 800
420–530
Math 800
420–520
ACT
Composite 36
16–21
Average Annual Cost
$10,990
Includes tuition, living costs, books and fees minus average grants and scholarships for federal financial aid recipients.
By Family Income
Depending on available federal, state, or institutional grant aid, students in different income brackets may pay more or less than the overall average.
| Family Income | Avg Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $7,087 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $6,871 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $9,765 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $14,049 |
| $110,001+ | $17,653 |
Source: College Scorecard ↗
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