Illinois Fighting Illini, featuring Blake Fagbemi, secure 105-70 NCAA Tournament victory March 19

Blake Fagbemi
Blake Fagbemi
By R. R. Hagan

The Illinois Fighting Illini, with former Benet Academy standout Blake Fagbemi on the roster, earned a 105-70 win over the Penn Quakers on Thursday, March 19, in the NCAA Tournament.

Bon Secours Wellness Arena hosted the game, which started at 8:25 p.m.

Illinois will play again at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Saturday, March 21, at 6:50 p.m.

Blake Fagbemi — Guard — Freshman — 6′0″ — 180 — Hometown: Lisle