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Welcome to Illini Basketball, Coach Underwood.

*eyeroll* to some here

It's like the recruiting thread . . . on steroids.

Correct, sir.

Pitchers and catchers report on 2/14.

Many candidates out there for this topic. Personally, I think the Stanley Cup is one of the best ones out there. I got to see it up close and personal at the State Fair after the first of the Hawks recent titles. What strikes you is how enormous that trophy is. It's amazing to see all the...

I changed my mind. I forgot about Gene Bartow (Illinois to UCLA). Apologies about my lack of knowledge. Perhaps I should take my lack of talents to HQ so as to no longer offend anyone. :wave:

Answer #1: No Answer #2: I think you're putting too much stock into conference affiliation and reputation when it comes to looking for a coaching job at an P5 individual school. There are bad places in the ACC, as well as the B1G. Sarcastic answer #2: Ask the leadership at the University of...

Sounds like the early 2000's, eh? . . . yet we ended up getting Weber. Thanks RG. BTW, VaTech isn't a destination job either.

I never implied that it was the norm and no, I won't and can't answer your question.

Is it foolish? Ever hear of Bill Self? ;)

Ben Jacobson is near the top of their list. Billy Donovan is at the top of their list.

http://www.fightingillini.com/news/2016/10/26/general-plans-for-university-of-illinois-athletics-hall-of-fame-announced.aspx http://www.news-gazette.com/sports/illini-sports/baseball/2016-10-27/butkus-part-inaugural-hall-fame-class.html It should be interesting to see who and how many are...

"Smithing"?

Ryder Cup prediction: USA wins 15-13.