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Strength and conditioning coach for Men's basketball Eric Williams Jr. helps stretch out senior guard Corey Sawyer Jr. before sending him back to the bench on Feb. 13 in Groniger Arena.

From intern to full-time coach: Eric Williams Jr.

Zaria Flippin, Sports Editor February 19, 2025

Eric Williams Jr. competed on Eastern’s blue track during his senior year of high school. Little did he know, he would end up back at Eastern not just to get his degree but to also have a full-time job...

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