Timajh Parker-Rivera returns to Towson University as the assistant coach and director of basketball operations, after a celebrated playing career where he became the winningest player in the program's history. He holds several records at Towson, including the most games played in a single season and is among the top ten in multiple categories. Head coach Pat Skerry emphasized Parker-Rivera's vital role in the team’s early success and his contributions under Hall of Fame Coach John Calipari at Arkansas. With experience as a graduate assistant and a professional player for nine years, Parker-Rivera expresses excitement about returning to his alma mater to inspire the next generation of student-athletes.

By the Numbers
  • Parker-Rivera holds the record for games played (36) and started in a single season at Towson (2013-14).
  • He ranks second all-time in games played (131), fourth in career field goal percentage (.577), and has 683 career rebounds.
State of Play
  • Parker-Rivera has been a graduate assistant at Arkansas, contributing to the team's Sweet 16 appearances in 2024-25 and 2025-26.
  • He was instrumental in developing game strategies and supporting practice planning while at Arkansas.
What's Next

Parker-Rivera aims to leverage his personal and professional experiences to build on the team's existing foundation and foster growth among current players. His understanding of the student-athlete experience will be vital as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Parker-Rivera’s return to Towson signifies a blending of experience and passion that is set to enhance the program. His unique perspective as a former player and recent coaching experience will be invaluable for developing the next wave of talent at Towson.