Fighting Illini
Wisch: Return Of Chief Illiniwek Proposed – And Ignored?
Banished from athletic events at the University of Illinois six years ago, Chief Illiniwek is now standing on the hypothetical sidelines in Champaign, holding a new proposal for his return.
Wisch: It’s The State Farm Center, But It’ll Always Be ‘The Hall’
Growing up, I always believed that besides the Sears Tower, Assembly Hall’s spaceship-shaped silhouette is the most recognizable of any building in Illinois. And now, just like how the Sears Tower has become the Willis Tower, the Assembly Hall has a new name as well.
Jereme Richmond Arrested Again
Former Illinois Mr. Basketball, Jereme Richmond, has been arrested again.
Wisch: Big Ten Sacks Legends & Leaders, Now Must Tackle Trophies
Over the weekend, the Big Ten pulled off a heady play when the league leaked word that it’s mercifully dumping the much-maligned Legends and Leaders divisional monikers in favor of geographical names.
Kansas State Rewards Weber With Contract Extension
Kansas State rewarded basketball coach Bruce Weber for winning a share of the school’s first conference championship in 36 years with a raise and a one-year contract extension Wednesday.
Wisch: How Far Can The Fighting Illini Go?
The last time Illinois and Colorado squared off in a game that truly meant something, the Fighting Illini fell far behind, staged a furious comeback and escaped with a dramatic one-point victory.
Illinois, Paul Get Shot At Strong Finish In NCAA Tournament
Illinois ran out of the gate to start this season, a hot-shooting surprise that opened 12-0 just months after imploding in a way that made observers wonder whether the Illini might carry the effects for some time.
Illini Win On Paul’s Buzzer-Beater
Brandon Paul scored 25 points and hit a fadeaway jumper at the buzzer to lead Illinois to a 51-49 victory over Minnesota in the first round of the Big Ten tournament on Thursday.
Wisch: The One Thing I Don’t Want For Illinois This Postseason
Throughout all the brimstone, my mind kept sparking back to a thought that’s been in my head for weeks: The Fighting Illni and Weber’s Kansas State Wildcats have no business meeting in the NCAA Tournament this season. And here’s to hoping that they don’t.
Wisch: Was Weber’s 9-Year Run Really The ‘Best’ At Illinois?
Bruce Weber isn’t on the sidelines in Champaign any longer. But that hardly means the guy can’t still stir up the Illini faithful.
Wisch: Sold-Out Big Ten Tourney Shows Chicago Should Stay In Mix
In 2006, when Indianapolis beat out Chicago for exclusive rights to host the Big Ten men’s basketball tournament from 2008-12, conference commissioner Jim Delany expressed his hope that a fixed location would help boost attendance for his league’s hoops extravaganza.
Ex-Illini Standout Jereme Richmond Sentenced To 8 Days In Jail
Former Illini standout and Illinois’ Mr. Basketball has been sentenced to eight days in the Lake County Jail, a judge ruled Friday.
Illini Given No. 5 Seed In Mock Tournament Selection
What a turnaround it’s been for Illinois.
Illini Athletic Department Chose The Worst Picture Possible To Promote The Penn State Game
(WSCR) We’re going to assume this was just a major, major oversight by the University of Illinois ticket offices. In an email sent to Illini fans Thursday morning, the athletic department encourages fans to purchase […]
Wisch: Spreading The Sports Love (And Hate) On Valentine’s Day
It’s the city of Love (Bob) and the city of Roses (Derrick & Family). It’s the city of heart taps (Sammy’s) and the city of kisses (Sammy’s … again). It’s the city of passions (ever seen Cubs fans?) and the city of swoons (ever seen the Cubs?).
Wisch: NCAA Tourney-Bound? Illini Basketball Still Has Work To Do
On Monday morning, a Facebook friend posted a status asking where people thought Illinois will be seeded in the NCAA Tournament. His guess: as a No. 8 seed.
Illini’s Richardson Named Co-Big Ten Player Of The Week
A great week for the Illini got even better for guard D.J. Richardson.
Baffoe: Rushing The Court—What’s The Point?
I just don’t get it is all. And I contemplate my not-getting-it-ness (or is it not-getting-it-itude?) every time I see it happen.
Groce On Beating No. 1 Indiana: We Battled All Night
Illinois’ win over No. 1 Indiana on Thursday night wasn’t easy.
Illinois Names Bridge New OL Coach
The Illini have named former North Carolina State assistant Jim Bridge their new offensive line coach, replacing the departed Luke Butkus.
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