Head Coach
Robert Ehsan
Program contact: Kevin Devitt, Associate Head Coach
kdevitt@uic.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Devitt | Associate Head Coach | kdevitt@uic.edu |
| David Berkun | Assistant Coach | dberkun@uic.edu |
| Kevin Zabo | Assistant Coach | zabo@uic.edu |
| Jaime Smith | Assistant Coach | smithje7@uic.edu |
| Joey White | Video Coordinator | jwhite05@uic.edu |
| Scott Sharp | Chief of Staff | sharp24@uic.edu |
| Erin Kuyawa | Basketball Staff | ekuyawa@uic.edu |
| Chris Masters | Basketball Staff | cmasters@uic.edu |
About UIC Flames Basketball
The University of Illinois Chicago men's basketball program, competing in the Missouri Valley Conference, offers student-athletes a compelling combination of elite academics and competitive basketball. Located in the heart of Chicago, UIC provides access to a major metropolitan area with abundant internship and professional networking opportunities. Head coach Robert Ehsan has built a program focused on player development, character, and academic success. The Flames compete against strong programs within the Missouri Valley Conference, challenging players to elevate their game at a high level. UIC's basketball culture emphasizes discipline, work ethic, and the importance of balancing athletic excellence with rigorous coursework. High school players seeking a program that prioritizes both on-court improvement and off-court growth should reach out to coach Ehsan's staff. The combination of a respected coaching team, quality conference competition, and outstanding academic resources makes UIC an attractive destination for serious student-athletes.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.