Erik Huddleston

Erik Huddleston is a seasoned sports performance coach currently serving as the Sports Performance Coach for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA since September 2021, contributing to the team's successful 2024-25 season with a fourth-place finish in the Eastern Conference and its first 50-win season since 2013-14. Previously, Erik held the position of Head Sports Performance Coach for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants and served in various capacities at Indianapolis Fitness & Sports Training, where responsibilities included overseeing performance training and athlete rehabilitation. Erik's early career included roles at Indiana University Bloomington and Texas Tech University, where valuable experience was gained in strength and conditioning. Educational qualifications include ongoing doctoral studies in Exercise & Sport Science at Liberty University, along with a master's degree and a bachelor's degree in related fields.