LLCC Promotes Assistant Ben Kramer to Head Men's Basketball Coach

Kramer has been with the Loggers program for 15 years as an assistant.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 7:37pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the dynamic action and movement of a basketball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes in a vibrant color palette representing the transition to new leadership for the LLCC Loggers.The promotion of longtime assistant Ben Kramer to head coach of the LLCC Loggers men's basketball team signals a new era of stability and continuity for the program.Springfield Today

Ben Kramer, a Springfield native who has been an assistant coach for the Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) Loggers men's basketball program for the past 15 years, has been promoted to head coach. Kramer replaces former head coach Chuck Shanklin.

Why it matters

The Loggers men's basketball program has a strong history and tradition, and Kramer's promotion from assistant to head coach signals a commitment to continuity and stability within the program as they look to build on past successes.

The details

Kramer has extensive coaching experience at the high school and college levels, including time as an assistant at LLCC, as well as coaching roles at Champaign Central, Urbana University High School, and Calvary Academy in Springfield. He has also served in various other roles at his alma mater, Springfield High School, including as a freshman and JV football coach, college and student council advisor, co-advisor of the National Honor Society, chair of the Instructional Leadership Team, and a summer school administrator.

  • Ben Kramer was recently named the new head coach of the LLCC Loggers men's basketball team.

The players

Ben Kramer

A Springfield native who has been an assistant coach for the LLCC Loggers men's basketball program for the past 15 years and was recently promoted to head coach.

Chuck Shanklin

The former head coach of the LLCC Loggers men's basketball team, whom Kramer is replacing.

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What they’re saying

“I am truly honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that has been established here. LLCC has been a place I am proud to call home for many years, and I am excited to lead our student-athletes with a focus on growth and accountability.”

— Ben Kramer, New Head Coach, LLCC Loggers Men's Basketball

The takeaway

Kramer's promotion from assistant to head coach of the LLCC Loggers men's basketball team represents a commitment to continuity and stability within the program, as they look to build on their strong tradition and history of success.