CHENEY, Wash. – Eastern Washington University head men's basketball coach
Dan Monson announced the addition of
Chris Martin to the Eagles' coaching staff on Monday. Martin joins EWU after a highly successful tenure at Eastern Arizona College, where he played a pivotal role in elevating the program to national prominence.
"We are excited to add
Chris Martin to our coaching staff," said Monson. "His energy and enthusiasm was something that stood out in the interview process. Chris has a tireless work ethic, a sharp mind for the game, and the ability to build relationships with student-athletes. I'm confident he's going to make an immediate impact on our program."
"I'm extremely excited to begin this new opportunity at Eastern Washington University," said Martin. "I want to thank Coach Monson and his staff for believing in me and giving me this chance. I'm grateful to be a part of such a respected program, and I look forward learning, and contributing to the continued success of Eagle basketball."
Martin spent the last three seasons at Eastern Arizona College (2022–25), helping guide the program to back-to-back ACCAC Conference and NJCAA Region I Championships in 2024 and 2025 — the program's first titles since the mid-1990s. Under head coach Cameron Turner, Martin helped the Gila Monsters compile an impressive 76-20 record (.791), including a 29-4 campaign in 2025 that featured a No. 16 national ranking, the third-best net efficiency mark in the country, and a runner-up finish in the NJCAA West District.
Known for his commitment to player development, Martin coached multiple student-athletes to All-ACCAC and All-Region honors, including standouts Armari Carraway and Raysean Seamster, who both earned Region I MVP recognition and NJCAA All-American honors. His influence also extended to the classroom, where Eastern Arizona posted three straight years with team GPAs above 3.30, produced eight Academic All-Americans, and achieved a 100% graduation and scholarship placement rate for sophomores.
Prior to Eastern Arizona, Martin spent four seasons as an assistant coach at Corban University (NAIA) in Salem, Oregon, focusing on recruiting, guard development, scouting, and game strategy. He helped lead the Warriors to the CCC Spring Championship in 2020 with a 15-3 record.
As a player, Martin began his career at NCAA Division II Cal State Los Angeles before transferring to Corban, where he played a key role in the program's 2017 CCC Tournament Championship run. In the title game, he hit 10 three-pointers in the second half to help secure a berth in the NAIA National Tournament.
A native of Los Angeles and graduate of Price High School, Martin holds both a bachelor's degree in English Communication and an MBA from Corban University.
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