Bristol Community College Men's Basketball

Fall River, MA -- On September 12, 2019 Brian Fernandes was named the Head Coach of the Bristol Bayhawks Men's Basketball program.  "I am excited to have Coach Fernandes leading our men's basketball program.  He has the blueprint that has led to the success our men's basketball program and his knowledge of the institution, Region XXI, and the NJCAA will be invaluable in his role as the head coach," said Director of Athletics and Recreation, Derek Viveiros.   Coach Fernandes has a 71-56 overall record in his five year tenure.  During that time, eleven student-athletes have earned All-Region honors.  In the 2021-2022 season, Coach Fernandes led Bristol to a 10-1 record start.  On January 24, 2022 the Bayhawks were Nationally ranked top 15 in the Country. Again in the 2024-2025 season, Bristol was recognized in the National Rankings as an Honorable Mention with a 7-1 record start. Bristol has finished as a top 4 seed three times in Region XXI, hosting three home playoff games during his five seasons at the helm.