Portal Kombat: Illini Edition, Vol. IV
April 20, 2024
IlliniGuys Insider/Analyst Brad Sturdy and IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting Kedric Prince have been hard at work talking to sources and staying on top of the latest conversations as coach Brad Underwood and his staff work to round out their 2024-25 roster.
Here's the latest that has been posted in real time for IlliniGuys.com members on our message forums:
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Mississippi State Transfer Jasmine Brown-Hagger Visits the Illini
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
April 19, 2024
The Fighting Illini women's program is facing a crucial dilemma, a desperate need for depth in the guard position. Makira Cook and Genesis Bryant, the team's All-Big Ten performers, each averaging 34 minutes per game. The coaching staff is aware this was unsustainable for another grueling 35-game season ahead.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Massive Steal from Notre Dame & 2025 4-Star Update
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
April 19, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll talk about a massive personnel steal from Notre Dame and a couple four stars in the 2025 class.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illini Women in Fight to Land One of the Nation's Best Darianna Alexander
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
April 18, 2024
When Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman appointed Shauna Green as the 10th coach of the women's basketball program in March 2022, he voiced a clear vision. "We have a winner in Shauna, we believe she has everything we're looking for to take us to the next step, we want to win championships here." With those words, a new era began for Illinois women's basketball.
Domask Earns First-Team Academic All-America Honors
AUSTIN, Texas – Fighting Illini basketball guard/forward Marcus Domask has been named to […]
Illinois Football Faces Departures as Players Enter Transfer Portal
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting & Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
April 17, 2024
With the transfer portal window opening beginning Tuesday and ending April 30, the Illinois football program has seen necessary attrition in order for Bret Bielema’s program to be active in this offseason.
The Farrell Files Illinois - What to Make of Illini Portal Entries
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
April 17, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll let you know if you should be concerned about the portal entries and whether DB recruiting needs to take a step forward.
Brad Underwood Addresses All Four Illini Transfer Portal Additions at Coaches vs. Cancer Event
Illinois men’s basketball head coach Brad Underwood addressed all four of his program’s additions out of the portal and the Illini’s future in regard to recruiting prospects out of high school.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
April 17, 2024
GIFFORD, Ill. — Amidst currently recovering from what he called one of the worst flu bugs in recent memory, Brad Underwood has been leading his program into another very active transfer portal offseason.
Illinois Bolsters Frontcourt Depth with the Addition of Carey Booth
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
April 16, 2024
In a move that caught some by surprise, Illinois has secured the commitment of 6-foot-10 forward Carey Booth, a transfer from Notre Dame. The former Colorado native spent just one year with the Fighting Irish before opting to join the Fighting Illini, adding significant depth to Illinois' frontcourt.
Newton Showcases Just Positional Drills in Pro Day Workout in Champaign
Former Illinois defensive lineman Jer'Zhan ‘Johnny’ Newton will be watching the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on the evening of April 25 in Orlando with nearly 100 friends and family.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
April 16, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Jer'Zhan Newton decided to use his pro day to prove to professional football personnel that quantity in the activity should be valued more than doing the quantity of skill work.
Amani Hansberry Enters NCAA Transfer Portal Seeking New Horizons
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
April 15, 2024
Amani Hansberry, a promising 6-8, 225-pound power forward hailing from Silver Spring, Md., Hansberry has officially entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, signaling his desire for a fresh start and increased playing time.
Here’s Johnny: Newton Finally Conducting Pro Day Workout in Champaign This Morning
Former Illinois defensive lineman Jer'Zhan ‘Johnny’ Newton will have his closed pro day workout inside the Irwin Indoor Facility on the University of Illinois campus.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
April 16, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Jer'Zhan Newton has finally given himself the opportunity to solidify his status as a first-round selection in the 2024 National Football League draft.
Illinois Sophomore Guard Sencire Harris Enters the Transfer Portal
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
April xx, 2024
In a move that has caught some by surprise, Illinois sophomore guard Sencire Harris has decided to enter the transfer portal, looking to start a new chapter in his basketball journey. The 6-foot-4, 170-pound guard, from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School in Canton, Ohio, has opted to seek fresh opportunities elsewhere.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Key Upcoming Visits
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
April 15, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a couple key upcoming visits for the 2025 and 2026 class and the positional needs in the portal.
Bret Bielema on Northwestern’s 2024 & 2025 Stadium Announcement: ‘You can announce whatever you want’
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema does not want his 2024 game at Northwestern to be played at Wrigley Field or any other venue that can't accommodate two working sidelines.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
April 14, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Bret Bielema has a message for the folks at Northwestern University: Don’t try to schedule our 2024 game at Wrigley Field.
The Illinois fourth-year head coach said Saturday he didn’t pay much attention to the announcement by Northwestern administration that they intend to build a temporary football field on the Evanston, Ill. campus for football, soccer, lacrosse games.
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