BREAKING NEWS: R. Kelly convicted on six of 13 counts in federal trial in Chicago. Co-defendants Derrel McDavid and Milton "June" Brown acquitted of all charges.
Props to Cody Parkey for facing the music after clanking a GW FG in 16-15 playoff loss to Eagles: “You can’t make this up. I feel terrible. I lLet the team down. That’s on me. I have to own it, be a man. Unfortunately that’s the way it went tonight.”
#Bears
The boneheaded official who just ejected Kentucky RB Benny Snell from a BOWL GAME after the REF initiated the contact with the player is yet another example of so-called adults ruining the college football experience for KIDS.
#MusicCityBowl
Stunned. Shocked. Shook. And deeply saddened by the horrible news of
@BadgerMBB
asst & former
@UICFlamesMBB
head coach Howard Moore in serious car accident in Michigan. I’m told Howard & his son survived, but his wife & daughter didn’t make it. 😢
I’ve really thought about this.
@IlliniMBB
has had MANY great players over my 40 years as a fan/student manager/alum. But none have singularly & consistently carried the team in clutch moments more than
@AyoDos_11
. Ayo has earned his place as one of the all-time
#Illini
greats.
You won’t find a better Man than Howard Moore or a sweeter soul than his wife Jennifer. Wonderful kids. I last saw Howard at the Final Four not even 2 months ago. Nothing but smiles & laughs then. Tears now. Always show & share love. You may never get the chance again.
It’s a tough morning for my family. Sadly my wife’s Mom passed away Friday after a long and courageous battle with several health issues. And the memorial service for Coach Jimmy Collins is at 11am. Nope, I won’t miss you at all 2020. But God remains in control!
But, now it’s time for the next chapter of my broadcasting career. I am so excited to join the
@cbschicago
morning show team. And, I’m grateful to the station management for having the belief in me as a news anchor. I can’t wait to get started!
So saddened & 💔 about the passing of the legendary Lou Henson after a long battle with cancer. What a fighter! I was honored to work for him & will never forget everything he did for me. Love you Coach! My condolences to Mary & the family.
#LouDoo
#FlyinIllini
#IlliniHoops
#HOF
Some poignant perspective from
@BishopJakes
on the pain many feel about Kobe's tragic death. "His failures & flaws add to the affection of America. We like people who are human enough to have flaws, but hero enough to overcome them." Preach, Bishop!
@CBSThisMorning
@cbschicago
Another Braggin’ Rights loss to Mizzou is nothing compared to the heartbreaking news I received just hours later. Coach Jimmy Collins made his transition and passed away shortly after midnight. We’ve lost a father figure and favorite uncle. [...]
RIGHT NOW! All prayers are needed from the
@IlliniMBB
@uicflames
@NMStateMBB
nation for Jimmy Collins & Dick Nagy 2 key coaches on the 1989
#FlyinIllini
staff. With the family’s blessing I can share Coach C is battling a serious health issue after open heart surgery last month 🙏🏾
That was one of the best college basketball games I’ve seen in a minute. 2OT & didn’t want it to end. Kudos to Purdue.
@papicurbelo11
is back.
#Illini
gonna be alright.
An
#Illini
win helped my Saturday end better than it started. I woke up to the disheartening news that I tested positive for
#Covid19
. I feel okay & don’t have any serious symptoms. But I’ll be in quarantine from my family &
@cbschicago
for the next 2 weeks. 1/2
What a wonderful sendoff for Coach Jimmy Collins. Fitting tribute from
@deonthomas25
. Thanks to my
#FlyinIllini
Brothers for including me in the beautiful floral arrangement for the family (organized by Ervin Small great job Eazy!!). Rest easy, Coach C!
It still hurts, but coming together to celebrate his life helped ease the pain. The
@illinimbb
family (which still includes Bill Self) wrapped our arms around Robbie, Molly, & the Archibald family. You were and are…
I believe players should have the freedom to do what's best for them just like their highly compensated coaches. But I also don't get why a freshman who started every game would want to leave a talented team and state school. Regardless, wishing
@AceWolf44
all the best!
#Illini
Some clarity on Leron Black. He is exploring his option to turn pro. But he IS leaving the option open to return to school for his 5th year. Not hiring an agent right now.
#Illini
The lopsided final score obviously won’t indicate how
@IlliniFootball
competed with (and led) the 10th ranked team in the country into the 3rd qtr. Winning is the next step but no question Lovie has the program headed in the right direction.
#Illini
As an alum connected to
@IlliniMBB
for nearly 40 years I'm appalled by the rape charges against Terrance Shannon Jr. stemming from an alleged September incident in Kansas. It's an awful situation for the accuser, TSJ & university. I need more facts before any further comments.
A huge sigh of relief in Champaign. OFFICIAL Ayo Dosunmu Update:
Dosunmu underwent an MRI scan earlier today, following the final play of Tuesday's game against Michigan State. The outcome of the MRI showed no structural damage.
#Illini
16 years ago, I fulfilled a life long dream by coming home to be a sports anchor and reporter in the greatest sports city in the world. I’ve been fortunate to cover some of the most monumental events in Chicago sports history. I’ll treasure those moments forever.
It’s an absolute shame the lingering story from the
#Bulls
Ring of Honor ceremony is the disgusting booing of the deceased Jerry Krause and the heartbreaking image of his widow shaken to tears. It was sickening to witness in person.
If the
#NCAA
banning fans from its biggest money maker doesn’t convince you that the
#coronavirus
is major public health crisis, nothing will.
#COVID19
If just one STUDENT-athlete got seriously sick, let alone fatally ill as a result of covid, the liability for the
#B1G
or any other conference would be astronomical. And indefensible. The risk of playing right now isn’t worth the short term reward.
As for the Bret Bielema hire...initially I love it. Legit college coach who’s won at a high level. And in the
#B1G
. Yes, he has some warts. But about as good a head coach
@IlliniFootball
is gonna get right now.
#Illini
Nice moment 2nite at the Bob Hambric Shootout. The entire Kenwood HS team showed love to the recovering
@lstewart2325
including his sons Andrew & Elijah Stewart. Eli had 15 pts in the 53-47 win over Thornwood.
#Stew
#family
#hooptherapy
💪🏾👌🏾👊🏾🙏🏾
@KAHSbasketball
It says a lot for the
#B1G
when a road win at Penn St. is huge. Beating
#9
Nittany Lions certainly is. Ayo continuing to cement his legacy. Big time Selection Sunday dub.
#Illini
I’m still in shock. I’m in the bad news business, but it’s tough when it hits home. Devastated about the tragic loss of my friend & brother
@RobertArchibald
. So many memories of amazing times together, along with regret of not being there when he was struggling. (1/2)
Look at the joy on Coach & Mrs. Henson’s faces. The
#FlyinIllini
30th anniversary reunion definitely gave him life. On Lou Henson Court. We have him his flowers while he could smell them. Rest easy, Coach!
#RIPLouHenson
#LouDoo
#LouDid
As a fan,
#SelectionSunday
used to be one of my favorite days of the year. But when your team isn’t Dancing...again...it’s pretty depressing.
#MarchSadness