Dante J Furco
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“Trust the Process" Ithaca Alum | Former Fox Illinois & News Channel 20 Sports Director
Syracuse, NY
Joined January 2010
I am told by multiple sources that the departure of Illinois' assistant coach Chester Frazier is expected to create a "domino effect". Expect Frazier to be just one of a couple Illini leaving Champaign in the weeks ahead. I am told a reason for the former Illini's departure from
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In his final game with the Illini, Star DT Johnny Newton stayed after the game to take pictures, sign autographs and talk with anyone and everyone that was left in the stadium. The team that drafts Newton, is truly getting a class act and an unbelievable player @Johnny5Newton
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BREAKING: Le Moyne College (Syracuse) is in the process of transitioning to Division 1.The athletic department is awaiting an official invitation. Le Moyne was in Division 1 in the Early 2000's but transitioned to D2.
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#Illini Coleman Hawkins tells me that he believes he just played his final game in an Illinois jersey @colehawk23 . "I've done a lot in these 4 years. I think the time comes where a good thing comes to an end"
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I have been told by our team in attendance for the Terrence Shannon Jr court hearing, that multiple Illinois players are in attendance including #Illini . Coleman Hawkins.Quincy Guerrier.Marcus Domask.Luke Goode.“A few more”
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Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn emotional after tonight's loss against UConn, talking about the special group of guys he was able to play with and learn from. and the bond they were able to create @DravynGibbs
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I asked Devon Witherspoon what it would be like to team back up with Kerby Joseph on the Lions @JKERB25 @DevonWitherspo1 #Illini #Lions #NFLDraft2023 @BretBielema
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Coleman Hawkins on his leadership role and how he has turned to Bible study to help his focus and mindset @colehawk23 #Illini #FamILLy
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Former Illini Meyers Leonard back in State Farm Center . Check out Leonard chug two beers in a matter of seconds @MeyersLeonard
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I found this video from 4 years ago, Coleman's senior year of high school, talking about the excitement around being a future Illini @colehawk23 . "I wish I could go put on a jersey right now". 4 years later, he leaves as a fan favorite, and a player who gave his all to the
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Hearing from Morgantown, that former Illinois guard Sencire Harris will take an official visit to West Virginia this weekend. As I reported on Monday, West Virginia is #1 on Harris' list, given their recent addition of former Illinois' assistant coach Chester Frazier
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Photos of Illinois players leaving the court house
I have been told by our team in attendance for the Terrence Shannon Jr court hearing, that multiple Illinois players are in attendance including #Illini . Coleman Hawkins.Quincy Guerrier.Marcus Domask.Luke Goode.“A few more”
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After the game Johnny Newton compared John Paddock to Tom Brady. "I watched Tom Brady play. and I saw Paddock today. I couldn't tell the difference" @Johnny5Newton @John_Paddock5 @BretBielema
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Terrence Shannon Jr. and Johnny Newton shared a moment on the field after today's game. The two have become close during their time at Illinois. I can confirm, Johnny was not hurt in the making of this exchange😂 @Sn1per_T @Johnny5Newton
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Who on earth created the schedule for the sweet 16…?. Illinois vs Iowa State is a 10:10 PM ET tip off???!!
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Marcus Domask @marcusdomask became a fan favorite, the moment he touched the court for Illinois. On Sunday night, EVERY SINGLE fan wanted a photo with him. and despite Marcus being "freezing". he stayed to make sure he greeted and took a photo with every fan that asked
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Coleman Hawkins has been telling me for weeks that he wants to play football for Illinois, and line up at wide receiver @colehawk23 . Forget catching touchdowns, when he can just kick field goals🤷♂️🏈
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Rashard Mendenhall in the building for tonight’s Illinois Men’s basketball game @R_Mendenhall
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Sencire Harris has entered the transfer portal. I’m told that Harris was truly committed to staying, but Chester Frazier’s departure, led to a change in mind. He has a great relationship with Frazier. I am told West Virginia is #1 on Harris’ list
I am told by multiple sources that the departure of Illinois' assistant coach Chester Frazier is expected to create a "domino effect". Expect Frazier to be just one of a couple Illini leaving Champaign in the weeks ahead. I am told a reason for the former Illini's departure from
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Workout video from Johnny Newton's Pro-Day @Johnny5Newton (Make sure to watch until the end)
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Illinois' two stars, Johnny Newton and Terrence Shannon Jr. connecting following Illinois' game against Wisconsin @Sn1per_T @Johnny5Newton
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Illinois fans showed up to the airport by the hundreds on Sunday night to welcome back their Big Ten Tournament Champions🏀🏆
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Video of Illinois players entering and leaving the courthouse for Terrence Shannon Jr's hearing #Illini
I have been told by our team in attendance for the Terrence Shannon Jr court hearing, that multiple Illinois players are in attendance including #Illini . Coleman Hawkins.Quincy Guerrier.Marcus Domask.Luke Goode.“A few more”
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I’m told that former Illinois big man Amani Hansberry will take an official visit to West Virginia later on this weekend. Amani Hansberry was originally recruited to Illinois by now West Virginia associate head coach Chester Frazier
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I was made aware back in May of 2022 that Syracuse would have Autry waiting when time is ready. With that source being correct….I will mention what else they told me. “There was a difference in the head coaching choice. Boeheim wanted McNamara, Syracuse wanted Autry”.
Jim Boeheim is no longer Syracuse's basketball coach. Adrian Autry is. The Boeheim Era, after 47 years, is over at Syracuse. Adrian, who is a terrific guy and a coach Syracuse players respect, gets his shot.
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Never a dull moment with these three champions 🏆🏀. "I take pride in my name 'Genesis". the beginning. we're just now starting something new here" . (Watch until the end. a possible tease to who's returning next year👀).@makiracook @genesisbryant_ @AdaliaMckenzie
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Someone break down for me why this isn’t a Flagrant Foul….It is definitely an “unnecessary play”.Full extension of Edey’s arms. This could have been a game changing call….
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I spoke with Johnny Newton's family this afternoon about Johnny's time at Illinois.I asked if they expected all of this success and the possibility of Johnny being a top 15 pick in the draft. "Yeah, we sure did expect it" @bigenewton36 @Johnny5Newton
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Orange Krush Vice President Kilton Rauman breaking down what transpired and why their tickets were revoked for Saturday's Illinois vs Iowa game #Illini #famILLy .We will have more on this story this evening and night on @foxillinois & @wics_abc20. (Thread of Interviews Incoming)
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Johnny on making sure he was able to share a few final moments with the fans that always supported him @Johnny5Newton
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Johnny Newton's message to his fellow teammates on getting involved in the community and making an impact in their time in Champaign @Johnny5Newton
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Students have been outside State Farm Center since before 9 am this morning. I was able to touch base with them ahead of Illinois' game against Purdue. How important was it for them to be first in line. ?
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Johnny Newton will faceoff against his brother Jerjuan Newton of Toledo next Saturday, I spoke with Johnny about the emotions leading up to the showdown and the family dynamic @Johnny5Newton @NJerjuan. "I have 68 family members coming, as you can imagine that's a lot of tickets"
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I spoke with Illinois Freshman Wide Receiver Malik Elzy today about his decision to commit to Illinois and the added perk of being so close to home @elzy_malik
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Check out this over the shoulder no look assist from Genesis Bryant to Kendall Bostic @kendallbostic22 @genesisbryant_ .ESPN Top 10 worthy?
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Everything Illinois needs to happen… is happening . I would say with Duke, Creighton and Kansas losing, they’re sitting as a low 3 seed. If they win the Big Ten tournament, could they climb to the 2 seed?.
PROVIDENCE IS MOVING ON 😤. The Friars upset No. 8 Creighton in the Big East tournament 🤯
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I spoke with #Illini Coleman Hawkins today who told me he is still undecided at this time about his future, whether he will return to Illinois or keep his name in the 2023 NBA Draft. "I literally still don’t know" - Hawkins. Coleman has until 12AM ET to make his decision
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Didn’t take long for this to make the billboard . Inaugural CHAMPS🏀
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Big add for Illinois. 7’1 big man, bringing size and scoring to Champaign.
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Illinois Defensive Lineman Bryce Barnes (@BarnesBryce_) on teammate Jer’zhan “Johnny” Newton (@Johnny5Newton) and his impact on the team early on this season
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Goode is in the portal. I’ve heard. it is likely that he will not be the last.
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Last week I had the opportunity to speak with Johnny Newton's parents Jervon and Jovita, leading up to the NFL Draft. In my interview, they spoke about when they realized Johnny was special, his journey to this point, and maybe even what team they want Johnny to play for🤷♂️
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Johnny Newton sitting court side tonight for Illinois’ game against Eastern Illinois @Johnny5Newton
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Kendall Bostic on winning the WBIT Championship and what it means for the Illinois program moving forward @kendallbostic22
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One of my favorite players growing up was Deron Williams . The way he was able to ball out, day in and day out. He was unguardable on 2K . Meeting him today was pretty cool
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Ty Rodgers on what he has seen from Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn this summer @DravynGibbs @Ty_rodgers20
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Orlando Antigua returning to Illinois as an associate head coach “pending approval by the UI Board of Trustees at an upcoming meeting”
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#Illini Shauna Green on winning the WBIT Championship, but having bigger goals in mind . "We want to not be in this anymore. We're on to NCAA tournaments"
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Former Illini and Current Philadelphia Eagle Sydney Brown @Sydbrown___ on what it is like to be back in Memorial Stadium, this time as a fan
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North Central QB Luke Lehnen on what it means to win a national championship and when he knew this team was something special @lukelehnen @NCC_Athletics
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CHANGE OF PLANS: I am packing my bags and heading to Champaign, Illinois to join the team at Fox Champaign. I will take on the role of Sports Director. Working in Sports Television is a dream of mine. I look forward to covering all U of Illinois Sports and others in the area!
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One final game together for the Lincoln seniors, after years of playing together and building an "unbreakable" bond that goes beyond the court .That game will be for a state title. "Only the luckiest of people are able to have something so hard to let go of" @kloefroebe
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Sophomore Malik Elzy catching the touchdown pass from Luke Atlmyer @elzy_malik @lukealtmyer9 . This connection is going to be electric, for the next couple of years
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I spoke with Illinois wide receiver Shawn Miller on being back on the football field after missing his freshman season due to an ACL injury @ShawnMiller__ . "I had great parents that didn't raise a quitter."
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In Terrence Shannon Jr's return, his impact was felt early but this alley-oop to Coleman Hawkins, LIT UP State Farm Center @colehawk23 @Sn1per_T #Illini. Next possession. TSJ finds Hawkins again for the monster slam
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Per @FieldYates Illinois' un-drafted free agent Keith Randolph Jr has signed with the Bears @randolph_22. The Defensive tackle will stay in Illinois
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I asked Johnny Newton about how special it would be to team up with his former Illini teammate Devon Witherspoon in Seattle @DevonWitherspo1 @SeahawksViews @BlitzTheSeahawk @minakimes
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Illinois' Luke Goode on the final two minutes of their devastating loss to Penn State . "It felt like a movie or a dream. We did basically everything you needed to do to lose."
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Eagles Sydney Brown and Bengals Chase Brown in the building for Illinois’ home opener
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Getting to know Illinois Freshman WR Malik Elzy @elzy_malik 🏈. What he likes to do off the field and what he wants Illinois fans to know about the player he is on the field. "Off the field, I like to go fishing. "
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All good things must come to an end, and at the end of this week, my time here in Champaign/Springfield will be coming to an end. After nearly 2 years here, it is time for me to take the next step in my journey and I am excited about what my future has to offer. I am truly
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Our school took our dances. then our powder puff. then Warrior day. now our free periods. I guess having fun isn't allowed.
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After 4 amazing performances, it was only fitting to ask my best friend/Ariel to Prom, Jason Mraz style ;)🐠🦑🦀 @beanjean5
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Luke Altmyer and Malik Elzy have the capability of being a DYNAMIC duo for years to come⭐️ @elzy_malik @lukealtmyer9
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Terrence Shannon Jr is in the building for Newtons pro day
Less than 5 minutes away from the start of Johnny Newtons Pro Day
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Former #Illini Devon Witherspoon on what differentiates him from other top corners in the draft #NFLDraft2023 @DevonWitherspo1 @AaronHenry7
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Life Update!.I am thrilled to announce that beginning next week, I will be joining the team at @NewsChannel9 as a News Producer!. Thank you to everyone who helped me along the way! Here’s to a new chapter!
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Coleman Hawkins @colehawk23 on Matthew Mayer @MatthewMayer24 . "He's a crazy funny dude. I thought Matt was going to come here and be like a cocky country kid, but he is like the complete opposite, just super goofy, super chill. whole different breed."
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I spoke with North Central @NCC_Athletics National Champion QB Luke Lehnen @lukelehnen today about his team's national championship run and his time spent at Glenwood High School (📸Mark Black)
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#Illini Keith Randolph on seeing young fans wearing his jersey at events and in the crowd at Memorial Stadium
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Mahomet-Seymour and Arizona commit Blake Wolters on blocking out outside noise and expectations this season and focusing on winning as a team and playing the sport he loves. We will have more on @MSBulldogBS and @wolters_blake later on tonight on @foxillinois and @wics_abc20
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Here is the field level view of the targeting call on Johnny Newton @Johnny5Newton . Was it targeting? I think not
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Lincoln's Kloe Froebe signed her letter of intent this afternoon to continue her basketball career at Colorado State, I caught up with her on her big day, to reflect on her time as a Railer and her appreciation for the Lincoln community @kloefroebe
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@Randolph_22 Johnny Newton making it a family affair.Jovi joining her father for todays autograph signing @Johnny5Newton
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Antioch's Eden Echevarria @eden_echevarria with the diving play in center field during today's Charleston vs Antioch state semi-final game.This was 1 of 2 diving plays she made today
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I had the privilege to take a look at Tom Scaggs sports memorabilia collection today here in Champaign and boy did I leave speechless. Tune into Fox Illinois at 9 and NewsChannel 20 at 10 for more!.I promise you. you will not be disappointed
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Kendall Bostic's response, when I asked about the play and making sure she completed the no look pass with a basket @kendallbostic22
Check out this over the shoulder no look assist from Genesis Bryant to Kendall Bostic @kendallbostic22 @genesisbryant_ .ESPN Top 10 worthy?
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#Illini Defensive Coordinator Aaron Henry told us today that on July 30th, him and his wife welcomed twin girls to the world, Harlow Madison and Dakota Savoy Henry.@AaronHenry7 . His Full story (A Must Watch):
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Illinois taking to the court before their game against Iowa State
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It's sweet when your rivals like Solvay, Marcellus, Corcoran etc, come together to form one big Student Section for Hockey🏒 Great W Tonight.
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I spoke with North Central and former Glenwood quarterback Luke Lehnen on what they need to do to be successful, in the national championship game against Cortland @lukelehnen @BCSD5_Athletics . We will have more from Luke on ABC NewsChannel 20 and Fox Illinois, later on tonight
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Coach Bielema states he has turned down many newspaper and magazine opportunities to highlight his return to Wisconsin. Wants this to be about Illinois Football and the players #Illini.
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Full story on Lincoln's Kloe Froebe's commitment to Colorado State and her journey in basketball @Lincoln_Railers @kloefroebe
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Illinois lands former 4-star recruit Jasmine Brown-Hagger. GREAT add for the Illini.
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Shauna Green's @Shauna_Green statement after the Illini's 86-66 win over #14 Indiana at State Farm Center on Monday. "Great overall 40 minutes for us. To be able to put 86 up against such a great defensive team in Indiana, that's really good for us"
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I asked Jer'Zhan Newton @Johnny5Newton about his decision to return to Illinois and if him and Keith Randolph @Randolph_22 had the mentality of "if you're coming back, I'm coming back" #Illini #FamILLy @BretBielema
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The St. Thomas More student section was chanting "We Love Dante" ❤️ at tonight's girls game against tri-Valley. Does that mean I made it? .Can I retire now?.
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