From Eric Bossi Reply
"On the recruiting front, the 2012 class is already taken care of and both three-star point guard Michael Orris and walk-on combo guard Mike LaTulip have indicated that they are onboard. Meanwhile in 2013, Rivals150 point guard Jalen James has confirmed that he's still onboard while Rivals150 shooting guard Malcolm Hill remains committed but wants to get a feel for the new direction."
"Groce is sure to bring over some of his current coaching staff from Ohio. But, at the very top of his list when it comes to staffing should be retaining Jerrance Howard as an assistant coach. An Illinois native who played for the Illini, Howard isn't just one of the game's brightest and most decorated young recruiters, he has a feel for the Illinois program that no other assistant coach could possibly bring to the table. In my opinion, he's an absolute must have on the bench in Champaign."
