Mary Baldwin University Men's Basketball

Head Coach

Matt Griggs

Contact: mkgriggs@marybaldwin.edu

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About Mary Baldwin University Basketball

The USA South Athletic Conference operates with a particular philosophy: deep bench strength matters more than a few standout scorers. Mary Baldwin's program under head coach Matt Griggs reflects that mentality. He builds rosters where role players understand spacing, ball movement, and defensive positioning with the kind of precision you typically see in higher divisions. That translates to a program that can sustain pressure even when starters are limited. Griggs has a track record of developing guards who can facilitate rather than just score. His offensive sets demand decision- making and floor awareness—qualities that separate Division III players who move on to competitive alumni networks from those who plateau. Mary Baldwin recruits don't just play; they understand why they're playing. Staunton sits in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, which means limited distractions and a tight-knit campus culture. That environment suits players serious about both academic progression and ball development. The USA South isn't a recruiting ground for NBA scouts, but it's a conference where technical execution and consistency get rewarded. Programs like Mary Baldwin use that reality to their advantage, building cultures around fundamentals. If you're a guard or wing who thrives on floor spacing and can think the game, Griggs' system offers genuine minutes and development time. If you need volume scoring opportunities to validate your recruitment, look elsewhere. Players who arrive at college campus-ready—technically polished and physically prepared—get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post-graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.

Getting recruited at this level requires more than raw talent — coaches need to see your film at the right moment, your eligibility paperwork must be in order, and your tournament exposure has to match the standard the program is recruiting to.

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