Larry Bragga, 63, begins his fifth season as a member of the Golden Eagle staff, handling a variety of duties to help build the program directed by his son, Matt.

Larry graduated from The Ohio State University in 1967 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and speech, then moved to Kent State University where he received his master’s in education administration.

Larry was a high school principal for 24 years at Jefferson High School and Riverside High School before retiring in 1997. He was elected and served as mayor of Jefferson, Ohio, for seven years before resigning to join Matt’s staff and the Golden Eagles.

Larry has coached baseball all his life, coaching high school baseball at Harbor High School, summer ball at all levels, and assisting Matt at Bevill (Ala.) State Community College.

He has coached and recruited many collegiate, minor and major league players during his many years in baseball. He joined the Tech staff in August 2006. Larry serves as bench coach, coordinates recruiting, handles administrative duties and coaches the mental game.

Larry and his wife, Carol, are the proud grandparents of Luke, Elle and Emerson.