Bryant University

Ernest M. DeWitt '81
Men’s Basketball 
Hall of Fame Class of 1987
 

A three-time National Basketball Coaches Association All-America, Ernie is the only basketball player in Rhode Island collegiate history to score 2,000 points and grab 1,000 rebounds during his career. 

A native of Newport, R.I., he became an instant success at Bryant when he was named New England Rookie of the Year (all divisions) and ECAC Division 2 Rookie of the Year during his freshman season in 1978. In each of the next three years he was one of the top Division 2 players in the nation, being named to the Division 2 All-America squads in each season. 

He concluded a sensational career in 1981 when, in addition to being named first team All-America, was also was named ECAC Division 2 Player of the Year. He finished his career with 2,266 points, putting him second on the all-time Bryant scoring list.