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Illini successful in road test
11:35 PM 12/9/2004 — WASHINGTON - The Illini were bombarded withcalls of "Sooeee" from the Razorback-friendly in Arkansas. So when they entered the MCI Center, they were surprised by a more friendly "I-L-L I-N-I."
Sports column: Auburn makes case for change
11:51 PM 12/9/2004 — The last week of July has to be a fun week for college football beat writers and coaches. During that week, they reach into their bottom desk drawers, pull out their crystal balls and rank the top 25 college football teams for the upcoming season. Yeah, big deal.
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Sports column: Home away from home
11:30 PM 12/9/2004 — WASHINGTON - The court read "Georgetown" in blue and gray letters. The Hoyas wore "home" white jerseys. The Georgetown mascot - a bulldog, which I guess is a "Hoya" - patrolled the sidelines. But No. 1 Illinois got a rousing ovation when it walked onto the court.
Wrestlers prepare for first home tourney
11:36 PM 12/9/2004 — Even though the Orange Krush won't be there to harass the opponents, the Illinois wrestling team looks to have no problem handling Central Missouri State in its first home tournament of the season on Saturday. "Everybody likes to compete at home," said Illinois head coach Mark Johnson.
Illini women look to bounce back
11:37 PM 12/9/2004 — After Tuesday's loss to Bradley, head coach Theresa Grentz was not happy with the women's basketball team's attitude.
On Wednesday, the Illini had a meeting behind closed doors to talk about the team's direction.
"Tuesday night was obviously disappointing," Grentz said.
