Bluefield State Coach Jackson Accepts Job at Kentucky State

Head Men's Basketball Coach Jamaal Jackson 

BLUEFIELD, West Virginia -- The Big Blues Athletic Department has announced that Head Men's Basketball Coach Jamaal Jackson has left Bluefield State College to become the Head Coach at Kentucky State University. Kentucky State is a Division II institution located in Frankfurt, KY and plays out of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC).

Coach Jackson moves on from Bluefield State after 5 seasons of dedicated service. While here he coached the team to their highest win total during the 2014-2015 since 1995-1996. He also coached the 2015-2016 ECAC Rookie of the Year while at Bluefield State. The Department spokesperson says, "While we are saddened to see Coach Jackson leave, it is always great to see someone get the opportunity to coach at their Alma Mater. We wish him all the best at Kentucky State."

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