Ucla Mens Basketball Assistant Michael Lewis Named Next Ball ...
Michael Lewis, the former Nebraska basketball player, has been named as the next head coach of the Ball State Cardinals. This announcement comes after three seasons as an assistant coach at UCLA. Lewis brings a wealth of coaching and playing experience to the Cardinals.
Playing Career
Michael Lewis played point guard for the Nebraska Cornhuskers from 1997 to 2001. During his time at Nebraska, Lewis was known for his tenacity on both ends of the court. He finished his career with 500 assists and 236 steals, both of which are still top-five in program history. Lewis' leadership on the court earned him the nickname "Captain Clutch."
Coaching Career
After his playing career at Nebraska, Michael Lewis began his coaching career as an assistant at Eastern Kentucky University. He then moved on to serve as an assistant coach at Butler University, where he helped lead the Bulldogs to back-to-back NCAA Final Four appearances in 2010 and 2011. He then spent two seasons as an assistant coach at the University of Nebraska before joining the UCLA coaching staff in 2018.
UCLA Coaching Career
During his three seasons at UCLA, Michael Lewis was instrumental in the development of several Bruins players. He helped guard Johnny Juzang earn All-Pac-12 First Team honors in 2021, and helped guard Tyger Campbell earn All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention in 2020. Lewis was also involved in recruiting at UCLA, helping the Bruins land five-star prospects Daishen Nix and Peyton Watson.
The Future of Ball State Basketball
Michael Lewis' hiring as the next head coach of the Ball State Cardinals signals an exciting future for the program. Lewis' experience as a player and coach at the Division I level, combined with his strong ties to the Midwest, make him the ideal candidate to lead the Cardinals. He inherits a team that went 10-13 during the 2020-21 season, but returns several key players, including guard K.J. Walton and forward Miryne Thomas.
Final Thoughts: Michael Lewis Named Next Ball State Head Coach
Michael Lewis' hiring as the next head coach of the Ball State Cardinals is an exciting development for the program. Lewis brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the position, and his track record of success as both a player and coach make him the ideal candidate to lead the Cardinals. With Lewis at the helm, Ball State basketball is poised for a bright future.