The latest news from InsideIllini.com. InsideIllini.com covers University of Illinois athletics. http://illinois.scout.com/ http://media.scout.com/media/rss/scout.gif http://illinois.scout.com/ en-us Copyright © 2009 InsideIllini.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. frankfrangie@aol.com info@scout.com Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:10:52 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Scout.com RSS Engine v1.0 (Server:SCOUTWEB1) 60 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 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 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 Mike Lopuszynski http://illinois.scout.com/2/921751.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:31:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois 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 Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/921493.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:22:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Football recruiting is a difficult, time-consuming process, and the competition is intense and occasionally cut-throat. When a team is struggling, negative recruiting makes the task even harder. Fighting Illini coach Ron Zook wants Illini Nation to know he will have another successful recruiting year. He is confident good people attract good people. http://illinois.scout.com/2/921344.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/921344.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:36:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Pro basketball players rarely get a chance to visit their college teams during the season. Former Illini star Cory Bradford has played extensively all over the world, so he has had even less opportunity to watch a home game in person. But he showed up at the Assembly Hall to watch the Illini host NIU, and he was happy to partake of the festivities. http://illinois.scout.com/2/921157.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/921157.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:12:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The most unsung player on a football team is the long snapper. He receives no recognition for his successes but plenty of blame for his misses. And yet his role is vital to his team. Tad Keely is completing his second year starting for the Fighting Illini. He has been practically perfect since getting his first action in the Rose Bowl. http://illinois.scout.com/2/920955.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/920955.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:08:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team withstood an aggressive Northern Illinois quintet, pulling away for a hard-fought 80-61 victory Tuesday evening at the Assembly Hall. The Huskies were primed for upset and taught the Illini valuable lessons. Freshman Brandon Paul led all scorers, but it was the upperclassmen who saved the day. http://illinois.scout.com/2/920857.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/920857.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:45:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Depth is extremely important in all sports, and especially football. Attrition due to injuries requires capable backups. And players who are not performing up to required standards must have adequate replacements ready at a moment's notice. Place kicker Derek Dimke got his chance to kick a field goal against Northwestern and proved worthy. http://illinois.scout.com/2/920578.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/920578.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:09:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team hopes to make it 2-0 on the young season as it hosts the Northern Illinois Huskies Tuesday evening at the Assemby Hall. NIU brings a high-scoring team that loves to run, so it should be an entertaining game. And the Huskies have the added incentive of playing their state school. http://illinois.scout.com/2/920393.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/920393.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:57:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois College coaches make recruiting decisions based on their projections of how much players will continue to improve and mature. It is an inexact science as some players take longer than others to reach their full potential. Illini junior Bill Cole's progress is continuing, and he may finally have found his niche on the team. http://illinois.scout.com/2/920214.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/920214.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini football team lost it's last chance for a bowl bid by losing to Northwestern Saturday. But Ron Zook refuses to give up on the season. There are two games to play, and he wants to see his team, especially the seniors, enjoy their last few days of college football and win more games. He discussed this and other things in his teleconference. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919958.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919958.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:59:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball coaches continue to pursue talent in the state of Indiana. That state is loaded with a outstanding prospects in the 2011 and 2012 classes, more than the state schools can possibly recruit. Ron Patterson paid a visit to the Illini for their Quincy exhibition game, and he is one of the best for 2012. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919885.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919885.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:07:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini football team suffered a heart-breaking loss to the Northwestern Wildcats Saturday at Memorial Stadium, 21-16. The Illini made a valiant comeback from an 18 point deficit, but their last minute effort ended without a score. As a result, the Wildcats are the first to display the new Land of Lincoln trophy presented to the intrastate winner. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919663.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919663.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:46:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini basketball team was dominant early and coasted over an outmanned SIU--Edwardsville quintet 96-69 Friday night at the Assembly Hall. Freshman Brandon Paul was a dynamo at the beginning of each half and was the leading scorer in the game. It was an impressive tuneup for bigger games to come. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919449.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919449.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:13:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois The Fighting Illini play their final Big 10 conference game when the Northwestern Wildcats invade Memorial Stadium Saturday morning. Already bowl eligible, NW is always a tough opponent for the Illini as a number of their players hail from the state and desire validation. The Illini have renewed enthusiasm and hope to keep their winning streak alive. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919216.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919216.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:51:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Fighting Illini basketball coach Bruce Weber finally got the chance to talk about his prize group of three basketball signees for the 2009 class. Ranked among the ten best in the country, this class will join another excellent group of players already on campus to make the future of Illini basketball bright indeed. http://illinois.scout.com/2/919104.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/919104.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:15:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Excitement is building for the 2009-2010 basketball season. The Big 10 may be the dominant conference in the nation this year, and the Fighting Illini should be in the thick of the league race. A blend of experienced upperclassmen and four talented rookies gives Illini Nation much to anticipate. SIU-Edwardsville invades the Assembly Hall Friday. http://illinois.scout.com/2/918843.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/918843.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:06:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Three years ago, a high school freshman shook up the college basketball status quo by announcing for the University of Illinois after just one varsity game. Illini fans were excited but leery, having just experienced the loss of a star play who had committed early but changed his mind at the last minute. Today, Jereme Richmond made his decision official. http://illinois.scout.com/2/918622.html Jack Lyman http://illinois.scout.com/2/918622.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:48:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois Bruce Weber and the Illinois basketball program are emerging as winners on the recruiting trail as the early signing period kicks off today. http://illinois.scout.com/2/918500.html Eric Bossi http://illinois.scout.com/2/918500.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:28:00 GMT 1 169 Illinois illinois