CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green has announced the addition of Nick Erickson to the Illinois women's basketball staff as a graduate assistant. Erickson has been a practice player and manager with the program over the last two seasons.
"I'm super excited to have Nick remain in our program as a graduate assistant," said Green. "He has been a vital part of our team the last two years as a manager. He loves Illinois and has been critical to our success. His knowledge of our system and program make this a seamless transition. Nick has an elite work ethic, was a former D1 basketball player, and is a great relationship builder, all of which will help our players get better every day. I'm excited to have him in this new role!"
"I am incredibly excited to be staying at the University of Illinois and continuing my work with Coach Green and the women's basketball program," Erickson shared. "Illinois has always been home to me, and to be able to learn from some of the best coaches in the country is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity from Coach Green and ready to get to work! I-L-L!"Â
A 2024 graduate of the University of Illinois, Erickson hails from Gilberts, Illinois, and earned his bachelor's degree in financial planning and services. He is now pursuing a master's in management.
In his two seasons as a practice player and manager with the Orange and Blue, Erickson traveled with the team to away games and served on the scout team in addition to helping with video coordination.
Following a standout high school career at Hampshire High School, Erickson played one season of Division I basketball at Jacksonville University before transferring to Illinois. During his year in Jacksonville, Erickson was also a SAAC (student-athlete advisory committee) representative for the men's basketball team while earning Dean's List honors both semesters.
In high school, Erickson was a two-time selection to the Fox Valley All-Area Team and two-time All-Conference honoree. He was the varsity team captain as both a junior and senior and earned honor roll status both seasons as well.
