University of Illinois Springfield Athletics

Earl Lewis joined the UIS men's basketball coaching staff for the 2024-25 season. Prior to starting his coaching career at Whitewater high school, he finished his playing career at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where he helped his team to a WIAC tournament championship and a berth in the 2023 NCAA Division III Final Four.

"Earl is a fantastic addition to our program." shared Head Coach Matt Brock. "He is an energy-giver and will bring passion every day. He has been a part of a storied championship program at Whitewater and is ready to hit the ground running."