Coahoma Community College Athletics

Coahoma Community College competes in the NJCAA as the Tigers across 7 varsity sports. With 136 total athletes among 1,314 students, about 10% of the campus participates in varsity athletics. The NJCAA represents the top level of junior college competition, offering athletic scholarships and serving as a pathway for students to transfer to four-year programs. The college awards $622,787 in athletic scholarships annually. As a historically black institution in the Mississippi Delta, Coahoma has built its athletic reputation around basketball and baseball, sports that resonate deeply in the local community. The Tigers compete primarily against other Mississippi junior colleges in regional conferences. For many students, athletics provide both financial support and a stepping stone to continue their sports careers at senior institutions.