Massachusetts Institute of Technology Men's Basketball

Head Coach

Larry Anderson

Contact: landerso@mit.edu

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About Massachusetts Institute of Technology Basketball

MIT basketball is Division III in the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference—a program where academics and athletics exist in genuine balance. Head coach Larry Anderson builds teams around players who understand that playing time comes through effort and intelligence, not just athleticism. This is a place where you'll compete against capable opponents, get meaningful minutes as a contributor, and develop in an environment that prioritizes your long-term growth. The program attracts student-athletes who take their education seriously and want to play competitive basketball without the recruiting circus. You'll find solid coaching, consistent playing opportunities, and teammates who value both preparation and purpose. MIT's roster typically includes players from regional prep programs and strong high school backgrounds—the kind of players who can handle the academic load while performing at a respectable athletic level. What doesn't happen here: you won't be a one-and-done prospect, and you won't find scholarship offers. What does happen: you'll play real minutes, improve your game in a structured program, and graduate with a degree that matters. The NEWMAC is honest competition—close games, prepared opponents, and coaches who know what they're doing. If you're a capable regional player looking for real development and real academics, MIT offers exactly that. It's not a stepping stone; it's a destination. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap— through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.

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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Research compiled by the FCP recruiting staff · Last updated March 2026

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