A New women’s basketball Coach will be introduced Thursday, Oct. 22, at a Lewis University open house, but don’t expect this to be a rebuilding year. Expectations will be enormous for Kristen Gillespie, who hasn’t seen her team compete yet, but faces a No. 2 ranking in the nation from the Division II Bulletin Preseason poll based on the Flyers’ 31-3 finish last year and participation in the Elite Eight for the first time in school history. Gillespie is the granddaughter of local legend Gordie Gillespie. She spent the last four years as head coach at Benedictine University. Athletic Director John Planek is convinced he made a good hire, considering this team will be a national title contender. – Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, Read More
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