Savannah State women’s basketball head coach Cedric Baker leaving after 22 seasons

Cedric Baker is leaving Savannah State University after 22 seasons as the head women’s basketball coach to take over the reins at South Carolina State University. WJCL 22 was first to confirm the move, which sees Baker heading across state lines from Georgia to South Carolina after his 22nd season at the helm, leaving behind a legacy of growth and success.Over his tenure, he compiled 262 career victories, making him the winningest coach in program history. He also holds the distinction of being the longest-serving women’s basketball coach in Savannah State history.Under Baker’s leadership, the Lady Tigers made two NCAA Tournament appearances, won two SIAC Divisional Championships, and earned three Coach of the Year awards. His career spanned both NCAA Division I and Division II eras, during which he consistently elevated the program.“I would like to thank Coach Baker for his contributions to our women’s basketball program,” said Opio Mashariki, SSU’s director of athletics. “His dedication to the university and our student-athletes has been exemplary. We are grateful for his service and wish him nothing but the best moving forward.”Baker replaces Tim Eatman, who recently completed his third season at S.C. State. The Lady Bulldogs finished this past season with just two wins. A national search for Savannah State’s next head women’s basketball coach will begin immediately.

SAVANNAH, Ga. —

Cedric Baker is leaving Savannah State University after 22 seasons as the head women’s basketball coach to take over the reins at South Carolina State University.

WJCL 22 was first to confirm the move, which sees Baker heading across state lines from Georgia to South Carolina after his 22nd season at the helm, leaving behind a legacy of growth and success.

Over his tenure, he compiled 262 career victories, making him the winningest coach in program history. He also holds the distinction of being the longest-serving women’s basketball coach in Savannah State history.

Under Baker’s leadership, the Lady Tigers made two NCAA Tournament appearances, won two SIAC Divisional Championships, and earned three Coach of the Year awards. His career spanned both NCAA Division I and Division II eras, during which he consistently elevated the program.

“I would like to thank Coach Baker for his contributions to our women’s basketball program,” said Opio Mashariki, SSU’s director of athletics. “His dedication to the university and our student-athletes has been exemplary. We are grateful for his service and wish him nothing but the best moving forward.”

Baker replaces Tim Eatman, who recently completed his third season at S.C. State. The Lady Bulldogs finished this past season with just two wins.

A national search for Savannah State’s next head women’s basketball coach will begin immediately.