Head Coach
Larry Stewart
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Larry Stewart | Head Coach | lastewart@coppin.edu |
| Sidney Raikes | Associate Head Coach | sraikes@coppin.edu |
| Stephen Stewart | Associate Head Coach | ststewart@coppin.edu |
About Coppin State Eagles Basketball
Coppin State University, located in Baltimore, Maryland, offers student-athletes a unique blend of academic rigor and competitive basketball within the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. Head Coach Larry Stewart has established a program culture centered on player development, discipline, and excellence both on and off the court. The Eagles compete at the NCAA Division I level, providing recruits with exposure to quality collegiate competition while pursuing meaningful degrees in a supportive urban environment. Coppin State emphasizes educational achievement alongside athletic performance, ensuring athletes graduate prepared for professional success. The program attracts talented guards and forwards who seek playing time and consistent coaching investment. Recruits interested in joining a program that values character development, hard work, and community impact should contact Coach Stewart's staff. Coppin State represents an outstanding opportunity for high school players seeking a realistic pathway to collegiate basketball within a structured, academically focused institution.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.