Head Coach
Erik Martin
Program contact: Raheem Waller, Associate Head Coach
rwaller@scsu.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Raheem Waller | Associate Head Coach | rwaller@scsu.edu |
| Bernie Coaxum | Assistant Coach | bcoaxum@scsu.edu |
| Jarelle Redden | Assistant Coach | jredden@scsu.edu |
| Kendrick D. Lewis | Assistant AD for Strategic Communications & Marketing (Prima | klewis19@scsu.edu |
About South Carolina State Bulldogs Basketball
South Carolina State University basketball operates in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference, offering student-athletes a competitive collegiate experience balanced with strong academic resources. Head coach Erik Martin leads a program committed to player development both on and off the court. The MEAC provides consistent competition against regional opponents, allowing guards and forwards to showcase their skills at the NCAA Division I level. The Bulldogs' culture emphasizes discipline, basketball fundamentals, and academic achievement within a supportive team environment. Recruits gain access to university resources including strength and conditioning facilities, academic support services, and coaching expertise dedicated to preparing players for professional opportunities or successful post-college careers. High school athletes considering South Carolina State should reach out to Coach Martin's staff to learn how the program can develop their talents while providing a quality education in a vibrant campus community located in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Net price
$18,030/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
32%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
2,934
Below D1 median (9,019)
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $16,960 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $16,717 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $18,111 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $24,156 / year
- $110,001+
- $25,463 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,934
- Average net price
- $18,030 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,060 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $21,750 / year
- Graduation rate
- 32%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar
NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a South Carolina State Bulldogs camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Julius Keye | Nuggets | — |
| Tom Boswell | Celtics, Nuggets, Jazz | — |
| Travis Williams | Hornets | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Norfolk State
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Location Orangeburg, SC | Enrollment 2,934 | Avg. net price $18,030 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Carolina State D1?
Yes, South Carolina State is an NCAA Division I program in the MEAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for South Carolina State men's basketball.
What conference is South Carolina State in?
South Carolina State competes in the MEAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at South Carolina State?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,030 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at South Carolina State?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,934 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to South Carolina State?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
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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 2026-11-04.