Fayetteville State University Athletics

"'m a very competitive and intense person when I'm on the floor. I believe I am a fair coach, but I demand discipline on and off the floor. I care for my players and I push them to be the best they can be and hopefully they will feel I am a good leader, teacher, and role model." Eric Tucker

A native of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Tucker graduated from North Carolina Central University in 1977, he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education. He went on to earn his Master's Degree in Education Administration at Fayetteville State University. Tucker and his wife Theresa are the proud parents of three children. He is also a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

Brief Accomplishments:
*1 CIAA Championship - 2001
*Top 50 Winningest Active Coaches in NCAA Division II
*First FSU Coach to reach 200-plus wins 16 years as a collegiate coach. (280-165)
*3 CIAA Championship Finals - 1997, 1999, 2001
*5 CIAA Semifinals - 1994, 1995, 2002, 2003, 2007
*5 NCAA Playoffs Appearances - 1997, 1999, 2002, 2003, 2004