Basketball

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Mikey Lewis Visit Set

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Mikey Lewis Visit Set

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 25, 2023

To say Illinois is not going to lay down the red carpet for outstanding four-star 6-foot-4 scoring guard Mikey Lewis from California is inaccurate

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jason Jakstys Commit Breakdown

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jason Jakstys Commit Breakdown

Kedric Prince – IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting

July 24, 2023

Cover Photo Courtesy of Steven Buyansky for Shaw Local/Steven Buyansky for Shaw Media

The class of 2024 Fighting Illini men's basketball team received some great news with the commitment from 6-foot-10 Jason Jakstys from Yorkville, Illinois.

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Jason Jakstys Commits to the Fighting Illini

Jason Jakstys Commits to the Fighting Illini

Brad Sturdy, Co-Host of the IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular and Big Sports Radio

July 23, 2023

The Illini added a 2nd player to their 2024 recruiting class when 6’10 big man Jason Jakstys joined the fold with his commitment on Sunday evening.

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Ked's Practice Update - Marcus Domask

Ked's Practice Update - Marcus Domask

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 23, 2023

Fifth-year senior Southern Illinois transfer Marcus Domask decided he wanted to end his playing career at the University of Illinois. 

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Ked's Practice Update - Coleman Hawkins

Ked's Practice Update - Coleman Hawkins

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 22, 2023

Illinois senior forward Coleman Hawkins is the longest-tenured player under head coach Brad Underwood left on the roster. 

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Ked's Practice Tidbits - July 22

Ked's Practice Tidbits - July 22

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 22, 2023

Practice tidbits are always good to know especially with a new team of players. From some indications recently here is what has taken place in the last week during a few workout sessions.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jordan Speiser

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jordan Speiser

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 22, 2023

Chicago--Illinois offered one of the top players in the Midwest last year.

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REPORT: Ayo Dosunmu Signs 3-Year Deal With Chicago Bulls

REPORT: Ayo Dosunmu Signs 3-Year Deal With Chicago Bulls

The former Illini All-America selection has reportedly signed a […]

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The Third Time is the Charm for Illinois & Quincy Guerrier

The Third Time is the Charm for Illinois & Quincy Guerrier

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 20, 2023

Once again, the Illinois men's basketball team will have a much different look to start the new season.

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Jones Joins Illini Staff as Director of Recruiting and Scouting

Jones Joins Illini Staff as Director of Recruiting and Scouting

Illinois Athletics Press Release July 18, 2023 CHAMPAIGN, Ill.– Illinois […]

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Newest Illini Hoops Recruit Has Illinois Ties

Newest Illini Hoops Recruit Has Illinois Ties

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 18, 2023

Illini assistant coach Chester Frazier made a big impact with the Illini's newest recruit, so much so that a visit is in the works.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Hayven Smith

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Hayven Smith

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 13, 2023

Chicago--Illinois women's 6-foot-6 basketball recruit Hayven Smith, already committed to Illinois, was on the big courts at the national EYBL Nike tournament held in the Windy City this past weekend.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Layla Hays

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Layla Hays

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 13, 2023

When you are over 3,000 miles away and live in Alaska, it is probably tough to be recruited to play in the Big Ten. Illinois fans, please meet Layla Hays, probably one of the best-hidden basketball prospects in the entire country.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Divine Bourrage

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Divine Bourrage

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 12, 2023

Chicago--Illinois recruit Divine Bourrage showed the entire country why she is one of the country's best players.

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Chloe Johnson - An Extraordinary Recruit to Say the Least

Chloe Johnson - An Extraordinary Recruit to Say the Least

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

July 9, 2023

Chicago--The girls’ Nike EYBL has grown into a sporting event like nothing I have witnessed. The Tournament of Champions (TOC) in the Windy City showcased some of the best high school players in the country.

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