Meet The New (Temporary) Boss...Illini Acting Head Coach George McDonald
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema confirmed Tuesday evening he is currently in isolation as he begins the medical protocols after testing positive for coronavirus.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November 18, 2021
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Fans of the Illinois football program should obviously be familiar with the acting head coach of their favorite team this weekend.
Is There Anyone in Illini Orange & Blue Who Can Fill The Shoes of Ayo?
The loss to Marquette Monday night confirms Illinois isn’t yet ready as a program to withstand the loss of a consensus first-team All-American such as Ayo Dosunmu.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November ,2022
MILWAUKEE -- In the last five minutes of a close game against a downtrodden Marquette program, Andre Curbelo tried and failed spectacularly to prove he’s Illinois’ next replacement for Ayo Dosunmu.
Recruiting: Illinois Gets Its Man - Ty Rodgers Will Wear Orange and Blue
Illinois made it clear this year that it wanted two outstanding guards in the class of 2022 and one dominant wing. Both guards signed are four-star recruits: Sencire Harris is a 6-foot-3, 160-pound combo guard from Akron, Ohio, and Jayden Epps is a 6-foot-1, 170-pound point guard from Suffolk, Virginia.
Now add Ty Rodgers, a 6-foot-4, 180-pound small forward originally from Grand Blanc, Michigan, who recently transferred to Thornton High School in Harvey, Illinois.
IlliniGuys - B1G Men's Basketball Conference Predictions
IlliniGuys Staff November 17, 2021 The B1G basketball season […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Denmark OL Moller talks about recruiting
Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
November 16, 2021
The Fighting Illini football program is taking its recruiting pitch to a new level, crossing the pond for a potential recruit.
Bielema Tested Positive For COVID-19 Monday Evening; Illini Head Coach Currently in Isolation
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema confirmed Tuesday evening he is currently in isolation as he begins the medical protocols after testing positive for coronavirus.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Bret Bielema confirmed Tuesday evening he is currently in isolation as he begins the medical protocols after testing positive for coronavirus.
Mike Cagley's Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Marquette Upset Edition
Mike Cagley, IlliniGuy November 16, 2021 The Illini game […]
Kofi Cockburn's Absence Looms Large In Illini Loss at Marquette
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood points out the absence […]
BREAKING NEWS: Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema Tests Positive For COVID-19; Will Not Travel With Illini to Iowa This Weekend
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema has tested positive for […]
Illini's Curbelo Struggles in Crushing Loss at Marquette
Illinois sophomore point guard Andre Curbelo played like anything but the All-Big Ten talent he was hyped to be in the preseason during a 67-66 loss at Marquette Monday night.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
MILWAUKEE -- In order to close out its first road test of the 2021-22 season, Illinois turned to its celebrated sophomore point guard and Andre Curbelo simply couldn’t deliver.
Sturdy's Takeaway - 8 Minutes of Futility
With 8:28 to play, the Illini had an 8-point lead and looked in control on the road at Marquette. Fans watched the collapse live or on TV and were shocked as the Illini fell to Marquette 67-66. Some said Illinois didn't run any offense down the stretch. They did, but didn't execute. Some felt Illinois didn't let Trent Frazier run the point. They did, that didn't work either. Here's a breakdown of each possession in the final 8:28, where the Illini offense had 1 free throw and no field goals in the final 5:36.
10th ranked Illini give victory to Marquette, 67-66
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Illini Basketball Preview - Illini at Marquette
Connor Cagley, IlliniGuys Basketball Writer November 15, 2021 In […]
Illinois Agrees to Multi-Year Extension With Defensive Coordinator Ryan Walters
Illinois announced a new three-year contract extension for defensive […]
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