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Post by exit237a on Jul 18, 2023 16:07:58 GMT -5
Still a lot of the top OH in class to commit. Lots of the powerhouse school already have 3 commits. Hopefully we get nice OH in this class.
It's our last missing piece to an already strong 2025 Illini class!
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Post by ilalum92 on Jul 18, 2023 18:33:03 GMT -5
Coach Reft is landing some big time recruits at UCLA.
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Post by exit237a on Jul 18, 2023 20:14:54 GMT -5
I love this graphic, as well as the sentiment. We do appreciate our Illinois natives!
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Post by oldmanvb on Jul 19, 2023 10:41:13 GMT -5
Illinois has been able to find somewhat hidden gems at OH such as Quade, Terry and (hopefully) deBoer, maybe there is another in the works. I admit I would rest easier with a highly rated recruit.
I wonder whether the graphic is directed at someone currently being recruited and not simply a feel good post for the rest of us.
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Post by blackiechan1999 on Jul 19, 2023 10:55:23 GMT -5
Illinois has been able to find somewhat hidden gems at OH such as Quade, Terry and (hopefully) deBoer, maybe there is another in the works. I admit I would rest easier with a highly rated recruit. I wonder whether the graphic is directed at someone currently being recruited and not simply a feel good post for the rest of us. Georgia Watson, another hidden gem.
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Post by pointillinois on Jul 19, 2023 11:14:04 GMT -5
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - Illinois volleyball announced that its Fan Day will take place on August 19 at Huff Hall. The occasion, taking place from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., is free to the public gives fans a first look at the 2023 squad.
"This will be a great event to get fans of all ages together in Huff to meet the players, learn more about our sport, and have a fun filled afternoon with lots of entertainment from food to free volleyball lessons and more," head coach Chris Tamas said. "It will be a great family and fan experience!"
The event will include food trucks and skill stations with Fighting Illini coaches and student athletes. Fans will also have a chance to get to know the team with player introductions at the end of the Fan Day celebrations.
Due to the construction of the Gies College of Business' new Steve S. Wymer Hall, the lot formerly used for Huff Hall parking (Lot E12) is no longer available to fans. Metered street parking will be available for the event. Parking in the State Farm Center Lot will also be an option for fans in attendance.
Illinois opens the season on August 26 with a match at Northern Illinois. The team's home opener against Valparaiso is slated for August 29 at Huff Hall.
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Post by oldmanvb on Jul 19, 2023 12:55:25 GMT -5
Georgia Watson is not so hidden if one goes by the programs and coaches following her on twitter, including Tamas and Hendrickson. I assume we have offered. What are our chances?
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Post by BeiBei on Jul 20, 2023 0:40:26 GMT -5
Coach Reft is landing some big time recruits at UCLA. Huh, they are good but not really big time. As a UCLA fan, I am honestly a bit underwhelmed by the transfers he brought in
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Post by exit237a on Jul 21, 2023 12:27:01 GMT -5
The coaches "liked" the following tweet from Taryn Kirsch at the NTDP. The lower two photos are of TK with Ashlyn Philpot and Gabriella Pitcel. Cool to see our future Illini getting in on some high-level training opportunities and getting to know each other before they don the Orange and Blue!
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Post by ilalum92 on Jul 21, 2023 17:09:56 GMT -5
Coach Reft is landing some big time recruits at UCLA. Huh, they are good but not really big time. As a UCLA fan, I am honestly a bit underwhelmed by the transfers he brought in Hazel Avelok was a Top 5 MB. She got offers from a lot OTF the Top 10 schools.
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Post by oldmanvb on Jul 21, 2023 18:11:43 GMT -5
Is #30 in the upper right photo Laynie Smith?
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Post by exit237a on Jul 21, 2023 18:15:47 GMT -5
Is #30 in the upper right photo Laynie Smith? No, I'm not sure who that is. And they aren't tagged in the Twitter photo, either. Maybe someone who's more familiar with the prep world could weigh in.
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Post by exit237a on Jul 21, 2023 19:26:40 GMT -5
Looks like we're just one Canadian shy of the whole 2023 squad! Glad to see that all the other new Illini are already in town. We're only about five weeks away from the first match- can't wait!
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Post by tedheise on Jul 21, 2023 19:52:09 GMT -5
Looks like we're just one Canadian shy of the whole 2023 squad! Glad to see that all the other new Illini are already in town. We're only about five weeks away from the first match- can't wait! I'm just sad the Cornhuskers won't be playing at Huff this year, and my wife and I will miss our annual trip to Champaign.
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Post by exit237a on Jul 21, 2023 20:03:56 GMT -5
Looks like we're just one Canadian shy of the whole 2023 squad! Glad to see that all the other new Illini are already in town. We're only about five weeks away from the first match- can't wait!
I'm just sad the Cornhuskers won't be playing at Huff this year, and my wife and I will miss our annual trip to Champaign.
If memory serves, you're overdue for a return to Champaign! We'll miss hosting you and the rest of the Husker faithful this year- the atmosphere is especially electric when Nebraska comes to Huff. Best wishes to Nebraska this season (for every other match than your November 12th one, of course)!
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