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Illinois AD Josh Whitman’s Patience with Brad Underwood Pays Off in First Final Four Berth Since 2005
Illinois men’s basketball team won 71-59 over Iowa in the Elite Eight, securing a Final Four spot in Houston, marking a significant NCAA tournament milestone.
- On Saturday, Illinois head coach Brad Underwood led the Fighting Illini to their first Final Four appearance since 2005, defeating Iowa in the Elite Eight.
- The 62-year-old Underwood coached for 26 years before landing his first Division I head coaching job, having previously worked as an assistant under mentors Bob Huggins and Frank Martin.
- Recruiting players from Eastern Europe helped build the roster, with freshman point guard Keaton Wagler scoring 25 points in the victory to earn South Region tournament MVP.
- The Fighting Illini now prepare for their next challenge, scheduled to face UConn on Saturday in the Final Four as they pursue their first national title.
- Athletic Director Josh Whitman, who hired Underwood in 2017, provided administrative support that enabled the program to rebuild and reach these heights after years of development.
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Illinois AD Josh Whitman’s patience with Brad Underwood pays off in first Final Four berth since 2005
HOUSTON — Josh Whitman glanced at his phone for a moment Saturday night amid all of the hugging, celebrating and reflecting on Illinois’ 71-59 win over Iowa in the Elite Eight. The Illinois athletic director had 110 text messages in…
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