Chargers still looking for consistency from Reed’s supporting cast after Shootout loss

By Shane Hulsey, Sports Writer | January 21, 2025
Illini West senior Reagan Reed sizes up Monmouth-Roseville's Lilly Mahoney during Monday's game in the Jerry Logan Shootout in Carthage, Ill. | Shane Hulsey photo

CARTHAGE, Ill. — Monmouth-Roseville girls basketball coach Scott Weber knew how dangerous Reagan Reed — Illini West’s career points leader — would be. It was a matter of stopping everyone else. “Reed is going to get her points,” Weber said. “She’s a really good player who knows how to score. We knew she would get…

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Muddy River Showcase: Illini West’s Surprenant will guide Illinois girls all-star team

By Matt Schuckman, Sports Editor | May 2, 2022
Illini West girls basketball coach Grant Surprenant, center, will guide the Illinois all-stars in the inaugural Muddy River Showcase. Matt Schuckman photo

The inaugural Muddy River Showcase is taking place June 18 at John Wood Community College’s Student Activity Center. The Illinois vs. Missouri format for senior prep basketball players will feature a girls game at 3 p.m. with the boys game to follow at 5 p.m. CARTHAGE, Ill. — Grant Surprenant took a hiatus from basketball…

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