Eastern Michigan Athletics

Men's Basketball

Kyle Lefler
Kyle Lefler
Former Eastern Michigan University men's basketball student manager Kyle Lefler begins his first season as the graduate operations manager for the men's hoops squad during the 2015-16 campaign. Prior to the 2015-16 season, Lefler was the head student manager for the previous three years while pursuing his undergraduate degree at Eastern Michigan.

Lefler graduated cum laude from EMU in the Spring of 2015 with a bachelor's degree in sport management. While studying at the university, the Mio, Mich. native served as the head manager for EMU men's basketball before his promotion in June of 2015. Lefler's main responsibilities will include breaking down all video and game film, while also directing all student managers.

Prior to enrolling at Eastern Michigan, Lefler attended Kirtland Community College for the 2011-12 academic year. While at Kirtland, he served as the public address announcer for both the men's and women's basketball teams, while also volunteering as a football coach for his alma mater, Mio High School.

In high school, Lefler was a three-sport varsity athlete and a member of the National Honor Society. He is currently pursuing his master's degree in sport management.