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After 13 years as an assistant, Clay Henricksen succeeds Steve Raethz, who retired with 505 wins, and inherits a program built on five straight Fox Valley Conference titles and a strong returning core.
With only two returning starters, the Griffins are using the summer to reshape their backcourt and frontcourt, targeting the defensive and shooting improvements that helped them allow under 33 points per game last year.
The Illinois High School Association has voted to require a 35‑second shot clock for all varsity basketball games, a move championed by coaches who say it will speed up play and reward skillful shooting.
The Illinois High School Association has approved a 35‑second shot clock for varsity basketball, with installation mandates and a phased rollout beginning in the 2026‑27 season.
The Illinois High School Association has approved a 35‑second shot clock for varsity basketball, set to take effect in the 2026‑27 season, prompting schools to upgrade facilities and sparking varied reactions from coaches.
Senior guard Miccah Butler will wear No. 33 for the Class 3A/4A South Team in the upcoming Illinois Basketball Coaches Association All-Star Game at Pontiac High School, highlighting a season marked by a 1,000-point milestone and a regional championship.
The Salukis announced the signing of Harrisburg High School's all‑time leading scorer, highlighting her work ethic, academic plans, and regional impact.
David Shannahan, a Hall of Fame coach who shaped high school sports in Illinois for decades, passed away at 91, leaving behind a legacy of championships, mentorship, and community service.
Head coach Brad Underwood announced the signing of Lincoln Williams, a record‑setting guard from Kankakee, Illinois, to a Big Ten Athletics Aid Agreement, highlighting his scoring prowess and defensive potential.
The Illinois Basketball Coaches Association has released the rosters for its 2026 annual high school all‑star basketball games, detailing schedules, divisions and regional teams.
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood announced the addition of Lincoln Williams, a top‑ranked guard from Kankakee, as the Fighting Illini secure a Big Ten Athletics Aid Agreement and bolster their 2026 roster.
Senior transfer Charles Barnes Jr. helped Marist High School capture its inaugural state championship, averaging 17.1 points and shooting 59% from the floor, while committing to pursue a graduate degree at UNC Greensboro under new coach Jerod Haase.
Veteran coach Eddie Mathews is poised to return to Limestone High School’s boys basketball program, bringing decades of experience and a personal connection to the team.
Cameron Mercer, a 6‑foot‑2 shooting guard from Riverside Brookfield High School, announced his commitment to Northern Michigan University on May 4, bringing a decorated athletic résumé and a focus on academics to the Wildcats program.
Belmont University announced the signing of Cooper Knowles, a 6‑10 forward from Illinois, who will join the Bruins in summer 2026. His high school achievements and the university's storied basketball tradition set the stage for a promising addition.