Turnovers Plague Illini In Marquee D.C. Clash With #16 Notre Dame
By IlliniGuys Staff November 18, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Turnovers Plague Illini In Marquee D.C. Clash With #16 Notre Dame
By IlliniGuys Staff November 18, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
IlliniGuys Predictions - Illinois at #16 Iowa
November 18, 2023 Pretty good week based on the […]
Sturdy's Valparaiso Rewind - Illini Turn It On
By Brad Sturdy - Illini Insider/Analyst & Co-Host, IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular
November 18, 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)
The Fighting Illini had a terrible half of basketball against Valparaiso and 1st year Head Coach Roger Powell, trailing 45-38 at the break. Then they decided to play like the top 25 team they are and outscored Valpo 49-19 in the 2nd half in cruising to an 87-64 win. Terrence Shannon led the way with 22 points and Dain Dainja added 16 to lead Illinois as they moved to 3-1. Valpo falls to 2-2.
Here’s a look back.
These 3 Things
Stafford on a Heater - Isaiah Stafford was on a heater in the first half.
How A 30-Year-Old Handwritten Note Connects Bielema & the Ferentz Family
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema to his alma mater today with the mission of achieving Illinois’ first win in Iowa City since Nov. 6, 1999.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November 18, 2023
CHAMPAIGN — Two men with Iowa ties will meet in Iowa City but for one it’s a return and the other it’s goodbye.
Illini's Gabe Jacas Talks With IlliniGuys, Presented By HX Home Solutions
(Editor's note: Illini sophomore linebacker Gabe Jacas appears on […]
Shannon, Illini Spoil Valpo's Upset Bid & Rev's Return
By IlliniGuys Staff November 17, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Marcus Domask Talks With The IlliniGuys, Presented by HX Home Solutions
(Editor's note: Illini veteran Marcus Domask appears on the […]
Return of the Rev - Valpo Preview
By Brad Sturdy - Illini Insider/Analyst & Co-Host, IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular
November 17, 2023
After falling to #4 Marquette the Illini are back in action against the Valparaiso Crusaders at the State Farm Center on Friday evening. Valpo features former Illini star Roger Powell, who helped the Illini to the Final Four back in 2005. Powell is 2-1 in his first season as he attempts to bring a once proud program back into relevance. Powell accumulated 1,178 points and 531 rebounds during his four-year career for the Fighting Illini. He helped the team to three Big Ten regular-season titles, two Big Ten Tournament crowns and three Sweet Sixteen berths. During his senior year in 2004-05, Powell was part of an Illini team that finished 37-2, won 29 straight to open the season and reached the national title game. He will feel right at home during his first road game as a collegiate head coach.
Setting the Stage
#23 Illinois (2-1) vs. Valparaiso (2-1)
Nov. 17, 2023 // 7 p.m. CT // Champaign, Ill. // State Farm Center
Stream: B1G+ – Scott Sudikoff (Play-by-Play), Alec Gilmore (Analyst), Ethan Oskroba (Sideline) Radio: Busey Bank Illini Sports Network – Scott Beatty (Play-By-Play), Deon Thomas (Analyst)
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - How Did Domask Escape Wisconsin?
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
November 17, 2023
On the big stage on Tuesday night, the Fighting Illini hosted the nation's fourth ranked team in the Marquette Eagles; Illinois lost the contest 71-64.
Bielema Declines Naming Illini Starting QB For This Weekend at No. 16 Iowa
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema is confident that his coaches, players and staff all know the plan at quarterback in Iowa City this weekend. Will he share it before the 2:30 p.m. kickoff? No.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
CHAMPAIGN — If Bret Bielema has his way, we’ll all find out together who Illinois will start at the quarterback on Saturday at Iowa City.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Mario Sanders
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
November 16, 2023
Mario Sanders picked the Illini over a couple of low major offers coming off the Illinois victory over Indiana Saturday.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Quinn Morris
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
November 16, 2023
An Illinois high school prep has a scholarship offer from one of the nation's top teams in the country but does not have one from one of his favorite schools, Illinois.
The Trench Report: Indiana
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
November 15, 2023
Illinois racked up the most scrimmage yards they've ever had in a conference game. Their 662 yards gained made for a fun afternoon at Memorial Stadium and the memory of a lifetime for John Paddock. However, the Illini also allowed 451 yards, and their 139 penalty yards made this a much closer game than you'd think.
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