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Cumberland University

Nassir Coleman

Nassir Coleman

Nassir Coleman enters his second season as a full-time assistant coach for Cumberland men’s basketball in 2025-26 after serving as a volunteer assistant during the 2023-24 campaign. A former standout player for the Phoenix, Coleman brings a strong understanding of the program’s culture and a passion for player development.

In 2024-25, Cumberland men’s basketball finished 13-16 (5-7 MSC), showing flashes of competitiveness in a high-paced season. The Phoenix averaged 80.9 points per game while forcing over 16 turnovers per contest, leading to 10.5 steals per game and a +3.5 turnover margin. Cumberland has two players earn First Team All-Conference honors and freshman Khi Wallace was named the MSC Freshman of the Year. Cumberland had seven players earn MSC Player of the Week honors and one earn NAIA National Player of the Week accolades. Cumberland posted a win over No. 1 Freed-Hardeman at home as well as No. 3 Georgetown in a span of 11 days during the season. 

In his first season on staff, Coleman played a key role in player development, scouting, and recruiting, helping mentor the Mid-South Conference’s leading scorer. 

As a player, Coleman appeared in 73 games for Cumberland from 2020–2023, making 55 starts and establishing himself as a vocal leader on and off the court. He was a core member of the 2021-22 national tournament team and still holds the program record for rebounds in a single game with 23 against Wilberforce. He finished his career with 492 rebounds, 52 blocks, and 80 steals, while averaging 5.7 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.

A tireless worker and respected leader, Coleman now helps guide the next generation of Phoenix student-athletes while continuing to be a strong ambassador for Cumberland University.

Coleman's Year-by-Year

Year Position School Record Postseason
2024-25 Assistant Coach Cumberland University 13-16
2023-24 Assistant Coach Cumberland University 6-21
2022-23 Student-Athlete Cumberland University 14-18
2021-22 Student-Athlete Cumberland University 22-10 NAIA National Tournament
2020-21 Student-Athlete Cumberland University 10-13