Sanni: Success will come with Beckman

"They have a reason to be critical," said Sanni, who has played 42 games in his career. "We don't want to be that team in the bottom of the Big Ten.

"I have full confidence in Coach Beckman and what he's doing. I know he's going to work hard and get where we want to be. Just give our new coach a chance. It's a new day and be patient. I think this program is going to turn around. We're going to do the necessary things to get back to where we want to be. Illini Nation will be back on top."

Scott Powers