The latest news from Scout.com. The Scout.com Network covers college, NFL, MLB, high school, recruiting, and much more http://www.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://www.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2009 Scout.com and Scout.com. All rights reserved. This website is an unofficial and independent source of news and information, and is not affiliated with any school, team or league. info@scout.com info@scout.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:52:49 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > NCAA > Illinois Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:YESLER) 60 The Fighting Illini basketball team faces its sternest test of the young season when the Wofford Terriers invade the Assembly Hall for a Tuesday late nite game as part of the Las Vegas Holiday Tournament. Wofford has the coaching, system and players to give the Illini problems. They will slow it down and try to take advantage of Illini mistakes. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922911.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922911.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:26:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Scout.com’s No. 2 rated wide receiver Kyle Prater remains committed to USC, but he decided to take one more look at Notre Dame last weekend when the Irish hosted UConn. http://notredame.scout.com/2/922730.html 2047 Jeff Baumhower http://notredame.scout.com/2/922730.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:34:00 GMT 1 109 Notre Dame notredame Detroit defender makes his official visit to Missouri http://missouri.scout.com/2/922710.html 2047 JP Rock http://missouri.scout.com/2/922710.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:30:00 GMT 1 19 Missouri missouri The Illini football team has struggled this year. The players and coaches are caught up in all the details, so they have trouble identifying the problems that have prevented success. Former Illini linebacker Brit Miller has a fresher perspective. He shares his thoughts on the team and all the things he misses about his college experience at the U of I. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922702.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922702.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:55:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Chicago Urban Prep's football program has only been around for a couple seasons, but they already have a top prospect on their roster in junior defensive tackle Mason Fuller. http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922597.html 2047 Allen Trieu http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922597.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:14:00 GMT 0 73 Football Recruiting recruiting Akron Firestone's 6'5, 300-lb junior tackle Tommy Brown came up north to check out the big game between Michigan-Ohio State. http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922575.html 2047 Allen Trieu http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922575.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:47:00 GMT 1 73 Football Recruiting recruiting It takes time for a tall player to develop his body and his basketball game. For the impatient fan and coach, the wait can seem excruciating. But patience is often a virtue. A good example is Mike Tisdale. The Illini center is continuing to develop his strength and add weight, and the more he does the better he plays. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922550.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922550.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:29:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The 2011 Buckeye State star made yet another pilgrimage to Ann Arbor to check out the Wolverines as they took on their arch-rival Ohio State. Though the Wolverines faltered on the field, it still didn’t stop Grant from taking positives away from the game. http://michigan.scout.com/2/922363.html 2047 Christopher Smith http://michigan.scout.com/2/922363.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:03:00 GMT 1 162 Michigan michigan When Brit Miller graduated from the University of Illinois, the Illini lost not only a great player but a great media interview. He combines athletic ability with a great sense of humor and strong communication skills. Now a member of the San Francisco 49ers practice squad, Miller believes he has a future in pro ball and enjoys sharing his experiences. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922348.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922348.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:14:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Detchauz Wray says it’s down to two schools – Colorado State and Nebraska. Apparently, those two are the lone ones that are still showing interest. “Arizona pretty much stopped recruiting me,” Wray said. Although Wray is ranked by Scout.com as a receiver, he also plays quarterback. “But I’m not really sure what position they want me for anymore. They were recruiting me for quarterback..." http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922318.html 2047 Allen Wallace http://recruiting.scout.com/2/922318.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:58:00 GMT 1 73 Football Recruiting recruiting In what seemed like a long time coming, North Carolina has extended P.J. Clyburn a scholarship offer. http://northcarolina.scout.com/2/922299.html 2047 Don Callahan http://northcarolina.scout.com/2/922299.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:57:00 GMT 1 78 North Carolina northcarolina The Fighting Illini basketball team is attracted to the state of Indiana for 2012 prospects. There are top players all over that state, and there isn't room for all of them at their state schools. Avon, Indiana, power forward Austin Burgett visited the Illini Saturday. He has a bright future. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922250.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922250.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:38:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini used 54.2% shooting to overwhelm a young Presbyterian College team in the Assembly Hall Saturday evening, 94-48. This was the first game of the Las Vegas Holiday Tournament, and the outcome was never in doubt. D.J. Richardson led a balanced scoring attack with 15 points as all Illini scored. http://illinois.scout.com/2/922162.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/922162.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:08:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team begins play in the Las Vegas Invitational Tournament with a home game versus Presbyterian College Saturday evening. The Blue Hose have lost both games this season and figure to have matchup problems with the Illini. Wofford invades the Assembly Hall Tuesday before the Illini travel to Vegas over Thanksgiving. http://illinois.scout.com/2/921812.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/921812.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:04:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois An effective defensive line makes an entire defense run smoothly. The ability to stop the rush and get to the quarterback is essential to any team. Tanner Crum’s ability to do both has attracted college attention far and wide. The downstate Mt. Carmel junior athlete is making his small town a hotspot for college coaches. http://illinois.scout.com/2/921751.html 2047 Mike Lopuszynski http://illinois.scout.com/2/921751.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Kevin Reihner just picked up his second official scholarship offer and took in a ball game in Pittsburgh. Scout.com spoke with Reihner about his new ACC offer and the contest between Pittsburgh and Notre Dame. http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921705.html 2047 Bob Lichtenfels http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921705.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:40:00 GMT 1 73 Football Recruiting recruiting Heading into this season College of Dupage S Trulon Henry (6-1, 225) was a player to keep an eye on and he didn't disappoint, posting an All-Conference season while helping lead the Chaparrals to a 5-5 record. Earlier this week the talented DB got his first offer and he said more schools have called about acquiring his services... http://jcfootball.scout.com/2/921687.html 2047 Scott Eklund http://jcfootball.scout.com/2/921687.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:33:00 GMT 1 87 JC Football jcfootball The Golden Eagles of Southern Miss picked up a commitment from Christian Brothers place kicker Corey Acosta earlier this week. Acosta is one of the top kickers in south and is currently ranked 13th nationally. Purple Wave head coach Kevin Locastro believes his prized specialist will make an impact in Hattiesburg. http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921507.html 2047 Steve Robertson http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921507.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:40:00 GMT 1 73 Football Recruiting recruiting College basketball teams are allowed 13 scholarships. Only five can play at any time, and most coaches employ no more than 8-10 in crucial contests. Sometimes, decent players must ride the pine waiting their turn. Illini redshirt freshman center Stan Simpson is still trying to gain the confidence of his coaches. http://illinois.scout.com/2/921493.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/921493.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:22:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois For the fourth straight year, Detroit Cass Tech has a U.S. Army All-American. Senior cornerback Dior Mathis was recognized officially yesterday. He took the opportunity to look back at his Cass Tech career and ahead to college decision he will make at the game. http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921376.html 2047 Allen Trieu http://recruiting.scout.com/2/921376.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:34:00 GMT 0 73 Football Recruiting recruiting