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Ayo Dosunmu, Kofi Cockburn return for 2020-2021 season
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<blockquote data-quote="hoopsfan47" data-source="post: 1545660" data-attributes="member: 4716"><p>As astonished as I am, and we all are, that Ayo has made his decision to return for another season at U of I, I am compelled to give him a pat on the back. He has earned my, and all Illini fans and alums, admiration and respect in the growth he has made in the almost 3 years since he committed to becoming part of the school and its basketball program. When he made his commitment, what I saw was a cocky kid who thought he would spend his required season of college in C-U before moving on the NBA stardom. After seeing him play, that proved pretty much a pipe dream as he had much growth, both mental, physical, and skill-wise, to accomplish before he could be considered worth an NBA roster spot. But....during the past couple of years, we have seen that growth come about to put him on the brink, with a bit more work on his shooting skills, of being an almost certain NBA player... for more than just a cup of coffee. His mental abilities and persona have also grown...and has, unlike so many young stars, seemingly sought and listened to sound advice in a difficult time. I hope he completes his degree and becomes a U of I graduate and alum, and goes on to be a roll model in the ilk of Dee Brown, Deron Williams, and Kenny Battle. The growth he has shown is not guaranteed, and Illini fans know this as well as any. But Ayo has grown into an outstanding player and seemingly, person, deserving to be remembered as an Illini legend. Let us hope that he has yet another memorable and healthy season.</p><p></p><p>We are all excited to be able to see this team compete and achieve together for another season....and that is somewhat selfish. But, come this time next year, I sincerely want to see him getting ready to compete for an NBA title with a solid and guaranteed contract. In addition, I hope someday he can reflect back and remember his decision, though a difficult one at the time, one he will never regret....and cherish the memories of going to battle another 35 or so times with a special and talented group of teammates. </p><p></p><p>Additionally, I hope Kofi uses this season to mature both on and off the court as well as Ayo has done and never regret it. Let's hope they get to play someone.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="hoopsfan47, post: 1545660, member: 4716"] As astonished as I am, and we all are, that Ayo has made his decision to return for another season at U of I, I am compelled to give him a pat on the back. He has earned my, and all Illini fans and alums, admiration and respect in the growth he has made in the almost 3 years since he committed to becoming part of the school and its basketball program. When he made his commitment, what I saw was a cocky kid who thought he would spend his required season of college in C-U before moving on the NBA stardom. After seeing him play, that proved pretty much a pipe dream as he had much growth, both mental, physical, and skill-wise, to accomplish before he could be considered worth an NBA roster spot. But....during the past couple of years, we have seen that growth come about to put him on the brink, with a bit more work on his shooting skills, of being an almost certain NBA player... for more than just a cup of coffee. His mental abilities and persona have also grown...and has, unlike so many young stars, seemingly sought and listened to sound advice in a difficult time. I hope he completes his degree and becomes a U of I graduate and alum, and goes on to be a roll model in the ilk of Dee Brown, Deron Williams, and Kenny Battle. The growth he has shown is not guaranteed, and Illini fans know this as well as any. But Ayo has grown into an outstanding player and seemingly, person, deserving to be remembered as an Illini legend. Let us hope that he has yet another memorable and healthy season. We are all excited to be able to see this team compete and achieve together for another season....and that is somewhat selfish. But, come this time next year, I sincerely want to see him getting ready to compete for an NBA title with a solid and guaranteed contract. In addition, I hope someday he can reflect back and remember his decision, though a difficult one at the time, one he will never regret....and cherish the memories of going to battle another 35 or so times with a special and talented group of teammates. Additionally, I hope Kofi uses this season to mature both on and off the court as well as Ayo has done and never regret it. Let's hope they get to play someone. [/QUOTE]
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