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Jason Harris is entering his tenth season as the Men’s Basketball Head Coach at UMass Boston. Just the second full-time coach in program history, Harris has led the Beacons to more than 100 wins during his 9 seasons. He also serves as an assistant coach for We Are D3 in the TBT.

He has been active within the UMass Boston Athletics community in leading the fight for social justice, diversity and inclusion. In the summer of 2021, Harris founded the Student-Athletes of Color organization to give student-athletes of all backgrounds an inclusive space to talk about their experiences and learn from past student-athletes.

Prior to UMass Boston, Harris served as the top assistant at Long Island University from 2010-15. He entered the coaching profession as an assistant coach at Plymouth State University where he also had the opportunity to lead the program as the interim head coach for the Panthers during the 2007-08 season.

Jason played his college basketball at Rhode Island College. A three-time captain for the Anchormen, Harris led RIC to the program’s first regular season Little East Conference Championship in 2005.

On this episode Mike & Jason discuss the importance of accountability, competitiveness, and the holistic development of student-athletes, illustrating how these elements contribute to both individual growth and team success. Throughout our conversation, we explore the nuanced dynamics of leading a diverse group of young men, and the necessity of fostering an environment where hard work and perseverance are paramount. Additionally, Coach Harris shares his personal journey, including the challenges he has faced and the lessons learned along the way, underscoring his unwavering belief in the potential of his players. This episode offers a compelling glimpse into the unique aspects of Division 3 basketball, where dedication and mentorship are as critical as talent on the court.

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Website - https://beaconsathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball

Email - jason.harris@umb.edu

Twitter/X - @CoachHarrisUMB

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