Summer Shifts: Basketball Programs Rebuild Across Kankakee County
Bishop McNamara welcomes Alex Renchen as head coach while Kankakee and Bradley-Bourbonnais focus on rebuilding and growth under Chris Pickett and Eric Long respectively.
Jul 1, 2026
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Illinois Secures Commitment from Kankakee Star Guard Lincoln Williams
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.
Jun 10, 2026
Top Basketball Prospect Lincoln Williams Commits to Illinois
Lincoln Williams, a highly touted high‑school forward, announced his commitment to the University of Illinois, ending a recruitment that was shaped by academic challenges, family influence, and proximity to home.
Jun 8, 2026
Lincoln Williams Commits to Illinois Fighting Illini
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.
Jun 8, 2026