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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 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:59:32 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com > People > Nnanna Egwu Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB5) 60 AUSTIN, Texas - Nnanna Egwu talks about playing more, and the challenge ahead. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1277327.html 2047 Fletcher Page http://illinois.scout.com/2/1277327.html Sat, 23 Mar 2013 20:45:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Nnanna Egwu's offseason work ethic could lead to big things this year. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1231317.html 2047 Fletcher Page http://illinois.scout.com/2/1231317.html Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:47:00 GMT 0 169 Illinois illinois Changing coaching staffs is always tough on basketball players. But if the Fighting Illini have an advantage going into the new season, it's the enthusiasm and work ethic demonstrated by the younger players. In particular, center Nnanna Egwu is improving rapidly as he prepares to replace 1st round draft pick Meyers Leonard. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1206934.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1206934.html Tue, 31 Jul 2012 14:15:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team has only five scholarship players who were on the team last year. Freshmen have to provide a lift, but they are still in learning mode. Center Nnanna Egwu doesn't see a lot of time on the floor, but he is improving with each game. The diligent worker is refining his skills and should become a potent force with time. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1152366.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1152366.html Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:30:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Prognosticators are beginning to change their tune regarding which Fighting Illini basketball players will make the biggest impact next season. Some have favored point guard Tracy Abrams. Mike Shaw and Mycheal Henry have been mentioned prominently. But right now, center Nnanna Egwu may be emerging as a likely candidate for quality playing time. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1085281.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1085281.html Sat, 09 Jul 2011 01:55:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Nnanna Egwu was the second member of the Illini class of 2011 to commit. The St. Ignatius big man is known for his defense and ability to run the floor. He will be a welcome addition to the Illinois frontline. We take a look back at his high school career, recruitment, and what he is looking forward to at Illinois. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1073791.html 2047 Scott Burgess http://illinois.scout.com/2/1073791.html Sat, 21 May 2011 17:02:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Illinois basketball recruiting class has all five positions covered, but the most important position might be center where the Illini will need Nnanna Egwu to contribute immediately. InsideIllini was with Egwu all week at the Next All-American Classic and shares a diary on his experiences. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1061556.html 2047 Scott Burgess http://illinois.scout.com/2/1061556.html Mon, 04 Apr 2011 21:33:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Very soon, Tracy Abrams and Nnanna Egwu will be teammates at Illinois. They put their friendship aside to compete against each other one final time as St. Ignatius took on Abrams and Mt. Carmel on their Senior night. The two recruits put on a show! http://illinois.scout.com/2/1052847.html 2047 Scott Burgess http://illinois.scout.com/2/1052847.html Thu, 03 Mar 2011 19:56:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Chicago, Ill. – On Day Two of the swing through Chicago a return trip to the McDipper Tournament as well as a stop at the Jack Tosh Holiday Classic were made. Leading the way was sophomore guard Kendall Stephens whose impressive performances are drawing Big Ten offers by the way. http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1034800.html 2047 Brian Snow http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1034800.html Wed, 29 Dec 2010 06:11:00 GMT 1 75 Basketball Recruiting scouthoops Illinois commitment Nnanna Egwu made his 2010 debut in St. Ignatius’ opener against Prosser at the New Trier Invitational. Egwu was impressive with his numbers and game, proving his back surgery is now completely healed. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1025265.html 2047 Scott Burgess http://illinois.scout.com/2/1025265.html Wed, 24 Nov 2010 21:45:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The recruiting express in Lexington just keeps on rolling. Last year John Calipari and company had to wait until the spring to lock down the mythical recruiting national title, but this year the Wildcat coaching staff got it done early. http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1018849.html 2047 Brian Snow http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/1018849.html Wed, 10 Nov 2010 14:06:00 GMT 0 75 Basketball Recruiting scouthoops The Fighting Illini basketball team looks forward to signing one of the nation's best classes Wednesday. One of those ready to enroll next fall is center Nnanna Egwu. He is now practicing again after back surgery and hopes to make up for lost time. He is excited to be a future Illini. http://illinois.scout.com/2/1019563.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/1019563.html Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:42:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team has three commitments already for their 2011 class. One of those is developing big man Nnanna Egwu, who has improved at a rapid rate. However, a recent hip injury has stalled his progress this summer. He is playing, but not at his highest level. Hopefully, the setback will be temporary. http://illinois.scout.com/2/984945.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/984945.html Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:49:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Historically, top centers have been few and far between at Illinois. The Fighting Illini have long been known for guard play. Finding big men able to compete in the rugged Big 10 has been difficult at times. When a good one comes along, and he is a hard worker also, you have to snatch him up. The Illini did just that with Nnanna Egwu, and he won't disappoint. http://illinois.scout.com/2/968271.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/968271.html Thu, 06 May 2010 14:52:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Nnanna Egwu made his college decision. The three-star big man plans to lace them up in the Big Ten. http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/907574.html 2047 Evan Daniels http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/907574.html Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:34:00 GMT 1 75 Basketball Recruiting scouthoops The Fighting Illini basketball coaches are in hot pursuit of a tremendous 2011 signing class. WIth Tracy Abrams already committed, they are now focusing on several top players to join him. The big man they are after is Nnanna Egwu, the Chicago St. Ignatius star. He visited the Illini campus last Sunday, and he may be making a college decision shortly. http://illinois.scout.com/2/906330.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/906330.html Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:04:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Two years ago, Nnana Egwu had the look of a budding hoops star at Chicago's St. Ignatius High School. But there was a problem: Egwu, a Nigerian immigrant, didn't play basketball. He's a quick learner, though, and a handful of schools, including Northwestern, have now offered the 6-foot-9 junior-to-be. Inside, get Egwu's story from him and his coach. http://northwestern.scout.com/2/883088.html 2047 David Vranicar http://northwestern.scout.com/2/883088.html Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:28:00 GMT 0 179 Northwestern northwestern St. Ignatius and Illinois Wolves big man Nnanna Egwu has only been playing basketball a short while. But he is an eager learner who is improving rapidly. These video highlights show some of his potential on both offense and defense. http://illinois.scout.com/2/882556.html 2047 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/882556.html Tue, 28 Jul 2009 13:59:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois SHAWNEE MISSION, Kan. -- While the mega events opened in Vegas and Orlando, the Hoop City Classic offered a great alternative on Wednesday. Taking place in the Okun Fieldhouse and surrounding gyms in the Kansas City suburbs, the first year event got off to a smashing start on Wednesday. http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/881297.html 2047 Eric Bossi http://scouthoops.scout.com/2/881297.html Thu, 23 Jul 2009 04:40:00 GMT 1 75 Basketball Recruiting scouthoops Having one of the best AAU programs in the Midwest in terms of talent and exposure, it's a common occurrence for Head Coach Mike Mullins to deal with dozens of head and assistant coaches from high-powered programs all over the country. Badger Nation talks with Mullins about a couple 2011 kids on Wisconsin's recruiting radar. http://wisconsin.scout.com/2/880915.html 2047 Michael Langlois http://wisconsin.scout.com/2/880915.html Wed, 22 Jul 2009 06:31:00 GMT 1 193 Wisconsin wisconsin