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Western Kentucky University football recruiting info

Western Kentucky University is a NCAA FBS program in the Conference USA (CUSA) based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Use this page to review coaches, recruiting actions, camps, and nearby programs in the same state.

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Kentucky NCAA FBS Conference USA (CUSA)

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Tyson Helton

Head coach

Head Coach

Emailty******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Joe Bernardi

Assistant Coach – Co-Offensive Coordinator/Offensive Line

Emailjo******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Andy Larussa

Assistant Head Coach/Special Teams Coordinator

Emailan******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Jimmy Lindsey

Assistant Coach – Run Game Coordinator/Edges/Defensive Line

Emailji******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Davis Merritt

Assistant Coach – Defensive Coordinator/Inside Linebackers

Emailda******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Da********

Bodie Reeder

Assistant Coach – Offensive Coordinator/Quarterbacks

Emailbo******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@wk***

Bryan Applewhite

Assistant Coach – Running Backs

Emailbr******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Br********

Jason Barnes

Assistant Coach – Wide Receivers

Emailja******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@JL*******

Trevor Borland

Quality Control – Quarterbacks

Emailtr******@to****.wku.edu

X / Twitter@Tr********

Carson Burgess

Quality Control – Wide Receivers

Emailsa******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@SC********

Staymon Johnson

Quality Control – Linebackers

Emailst******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Dayton Leblanc

Assistant Coach – Defensive Tackles

Emailda******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@dl*******

Jason Martin

Assistant Coach – Cornerbacks

Emailja******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@_C********

David Metcalf

Assistant Coach – Safeties

Emailda******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@co********

Kevin O'Brien

Assistant Coach – Tight Ends

Emailke******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Matt Pulford

Quality Control – Special Teams

Emailma******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Ryne Strickland

Quality Control – Offensive Line

Emailry******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Terrion Thompson

Quality Control – Defensive Line

Emailte******@to****.wku.edu

X / Twitter@_i*******

Karon White

Quality Control – Outside Linebackers

Emailka******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@co*******

Ashley Terhune

Director of Recruiting Operations

Emailas******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@as********

Zach Kramme

General Manager/Director of Player Personnel

Emailza******@wk**.edu

X / Twitter@Th*******

Dean Shaffer

Quality Control – Defensive Backs

Emailde******@to****.wku.edu

X / Twitter@Co********

Kylee Jackson

Graduate Assistant – Nutrition

Emailky******@to****.wku.edu

X / Twitter@to****

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FAQs

Quick answers for families researching football programs, coaching staffs, and recruiting fit.

How many football coaches does Western Kentucky University have?

Western Kentucky University has 23 football coaches on staff.

What division is Western Kentucky University football?

Western Kentucky University competes in NCAA FBS football.

How do I contact Western Kentucky University football coaches?

SCOUT provides direct email addresses for 23 of 23 coaches at Western Kentucky University. You can also visit their recruiting questionnaire at https://www.fieldlevel.com/wku/football/recruiting.

What conference is Western Kentucky University in?

Western Kentucky University plays in the Conference USA (CUSA).

Does Western Kentucky University offer football scholarships?

Western Kentucky University competes at the FBS level where teams can offer athletic scholarships, traditionally up to 85 scholarship players.

School snapshot

Academic and campus context helps families narrow down realistic football fit before sending outreach.

School type

Public

HBCU

Enrollment

13,732

Undergrad enrollment

11,977

Acceptance rate

97%

In-state cost

$27,000

ACT range

18-25

SAT math range

480-580

SAT reading range

500-590

Recruiting actions

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Questionnaire

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Athletics site

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Prospect Camps

Jun 7, 2026

$59

Houchens Industries - L.T. Smith Stadium on the Western Kentucky University campus in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Entering Grades: 9th and Up. Check-In: 12:00pm. Camp Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm. No helmets or pads are required. Players will only need cleats, shorts, and a t-shirt. Campers will be provided camp rules to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all campers. Failure to follow camp rules will result in dismissal without a refund.

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