Champaign On Ice: An Illinois Basketball Podcast
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsThe Field of 68 Media Network introduces: Champaign on Ice, an Illinois basketball podcast! Hosted by Kyle Tausk and Mike Farmer, this podcast is a must-listen for any true Illini fan!
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Illini offseason PREVIEW! | Who will be back? What are the biggest transfer needs?
April 08, 2024 15:33 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss what's to come for the Illini during the offseason, including who they expect to return to the roster and what Brad Underwood and Co.'s biggest transfer portal needs are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Illinois is ELITE 8 BOUND! | What needs to happen to take down UConn?
March 29, 2024 18:40 - 50 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's hard-fought victory over Iowa State in the Sweet 16 and another dominant Terrence Shannon Jr. performance. They also discuss what the formula needs to be for Illinois to take down defending champion UConn and reach the Final Four. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD1...
Illini are headed to the SWEET 16! | Previewing an offense vs defense clash against Iowa State
March 25, 2024 14:33 - 41 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss the Illini's dominant victory over Duquesne to reach the program's first Sweet 16 since 2005 and preview an incredible offense vs defense clash against Iowa State. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD150" here Download the Autograph app here Download the VLTED app here SUBSCRIBE to t...
Illini ADVANCE past Morehead State! | Can they finally reach the Sweet 16 with win over Duquesne?
March 22, 2024 13:59 - 39 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss the Illini's 85-69 win over Morehead State in the Round of 64 behind a second half surge. They also preview their Round of 32 matchup against Duquesne and if it's finally the year Illinois can advance to the Sweet 16. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD150" here Download the Autogra...
NCAA Tournament PREVIEW! | Breaking down the Illini's draw and matchup with Morehead State
March 19, 2024 13:12 - 37 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's NCAA Tournament draw and how the East Region stacks up compared to others. The guys also preview Illinois' Round of 64 opponent Morehead State. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD150" here Download the Autograph app here Download the VLTED app here SUBSCRIBE to the F...
Illini are Big Ten CHAMPS! | Recapping the electrifying title run and Terrence Shannon's dominance
March 18, 2024 16:53 - 35 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) react to Illinois winning the Big Ten Championship and break down their biggest takeaways from its electrifying run through Ohio State, Nebraska and Rutgers. The guys also discuss Terrence Shannon's historic run of dominance and what it means heading into the NCAA Tournament. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and ...
The postseason is HERE! | Illini fall short vs Purdue, dominate Iowa; Previewing B1G Tournament path
March 11, 2024 15:28 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the final week of the Illinois regular season, including a heartbreaking loss to Purdue and a bounce back win over Iowa. The guys also reflect on the Illini's regular season as a whole and discuss their upcoming Big Ten Tournament draw. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD150" here Dow...
Illinois' offense is UNSTOPPABLE | Is it enough to win in March?; Previewing Illinois/Purdue
March 04, 2024 16:16 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's high-scoring week that included wins over Minnesota and Wisconsin and discuss whether or not offense alone will be enough for the team to make a run in March. The guys also preview Tuesday's massive matchup against Purdue in Champaign. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIELD1...
Illini suffer EPIC collapse at PSU, bounce BACK vs Iowa | Has the bench earned more playing time?
February 26, 2024 17:00 - 1 hourKyle Tausk and Mike Farmer discuss an up-and-down week of Illinois basketball that included an epic melt down against Penn State and a bounce back victory over Iowa. The guys share their thoughts on if the Illini bench should factor more into the rotation going forward after Brad Underwood went deep into his subs to beat the Hawkeyes. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM ...
Illinois FINALLY beats Maryland | A look at the bracket reveal; Big Ten title race back on?
February 19, 2024 16:37 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's first win at Maryland since 2011 and how encouraging it was for Illinois to close out a close road game. The guys also discuss the NCAA Tournament committee's bracket reveal placing the Illini as a 4 seed and whether or not the Big Ten title race is back on after Purdue's loss. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Dow...
Illinois COLLAPSES late in loss to MSU | What happened down the stretch? Time to sound the alarm on defense?
February 12, 2024 17:59 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's 88-80 loss against Michigan State and what led to their late game collapse that saw them squander an 8-point lead. The guys discuss how problematic the current version of the Illini's defense has become and what lies ahead next week. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIE...
Illinois SURVIVES OT thriller vs Nebraska | Ty Rodgers' emergence a key, What's with the home struggles?
February 05, 2024 16:04 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's overtime win that nearly wasn't against Nebraska along with a road victory over Ohio State that moves them into second place in the Big Ten. The guys discuss the recent emergence of Ty Rodgers, the Illini's tournament resume, and why Illinois has struggled so much at home. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download...
Illini SPLIT with Northwestern, Indiana in sluggish week | Shannon's rust, Defensive drop-off, Favorable February ahead
January 29, 2024 18:00 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap a bit of a sluggish week for Illinois that included an overtime loss to Northwestern and a narrow escape of Indiana. The guys break down why Terrence Shannon still looks so rusty, what's led to a defensive drop-off in January, and the importance of capitalizing on a favorable upcoming February schedule. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac ...
Terrence Shannon Jr. RETURNS vs Rutgers | Where his impact will be felt most, Is Illinois a Final Four threat?
January 22, 2024 15:05 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) react to Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return to the Illini basketball program following a federal judge's ruling and his performance in a dominant win over Rutgers. The guys discuss where his impact will be felt the most, other players that have elevated their game during his absence, and whether or not his presence makes Illinois a true Big Ten title and Final Four threat. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to...
Illinois UPSET at home by Maryland | Level of concern about this team? Where do the Illini stack up?
January 15, 2024 16:23 - 58 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) share their level of concern going forward after Illinois suffers a bad home loss at the hands of Maryland. The guys also discuss where the Illini stack up in this year's Big Ten and the importance of taking care of business in a favorable upcoming schedule. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify Purchase The Almanac here Download the VLTED app here SUBSCRIBE to the Fi...
Terrence Shannon Jr. suspended following rape charge | Where do the Illini turn? Previewing two huge conference matchups vs Northwestern, Purdue
January 01, 2024 16:48 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) share their thoughts on the recent developments involving Terrence Shannon Jr. following his indefinite suspension after being charged with rape. They discuss the keys to Illinois having success without him, recap the Illini's first game following the news against FDU and preview two important Big Ten matchups with Northwestern and Purdue. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts ...
5 Illini hoops QUESTIONS heading into the holidays | Illini take care of Colgate, Braggin' Rights Preview
December 20, 2023 18:27 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) answer five questions about the Illini basketball team after the first third of the season heading into the holidays and conference play. The guys also recap Illinois' 74-57 victory over Colgate and preview the annual Braggin' Rights game against Missouri. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Megaphone Purchase The Almanac here Download the VLTED app here SUBSCRIBE to the Fi...
How GOOD is this Illinois team? | Illini split Top 20 matchups vs FAU & Tennessee
December 11, 2023 18:26 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's action-packed week that included a thrilling win over Florida Atlantic in the Jimmy V Classic and a missed opportunity on the road against Tennessee. They discuss their overall feelings about the team coming out of the brunt of nonconference play and how good they think this Illinois team currently is and what they hope to see going forward. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to th...
Illinois DOMINATES in Big Ten opener!! | Plus previewing a MASSIVE week vs FAU & Tennessee
December 04, 2023 14:22 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's dominant 76-58 victory over Rutgers in their Big Ten opener, including how encouraging the performance was and how Illinois is establishing itself as an elite defensive team. The guys also preview a huge week ahead that includes matchups with Florida Atlantic and Tennessee. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Megaphone Purchase The Almanac here Downlo...
Illinois FALLS to Marquette | Is the offense a concern? Who needs to step up?
November 20, 2023 16:04 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's 71-64 loss to Marquette and what went wrong late in the game on offense. The guys discuss how concerned they are with some of the offensive struggles, which guys have given Illinois a much-needed boost, and who needs to step up for the Illini to win big games in the future. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Megaphone PURCHASE The Almanac here DOWNLO...
Illinois overcomes offensive struggles in opening week | Sencire Harris redshirting, Defense leads the way, Previewing showdown with Marquette
November 13, 2023 14:45 - 58 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's opening week of the regular season! How concerning are the offensive struggles? Is this an elite defensive team? What should we make of Sencire Harris's decision to redshirt? The guys also preview the upcoming showdown between Illinois and Marquette. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Megaphone PURCHASE The Almanac here DOWNLOAD the VLTED app here SU...
The regular season is HERE! | Derek Piper joins the show, plus what to watch for during the season's first week
November 06, 2023 15:12 - 56 minutesKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) are joined by Derek Piper (@DPiper247) from 247 Sports's Illini Inquirer to get you ready for the start of the regular season, sharing his thoughts on the exhibition performances, rotation decisions and keys for the Illini as the head into a tough non-conference schedule. Kyle and Mike also discuss what they'll be looking for during the first week of the season and give their official season predictions for Illinois. FOLLOW us on Twitter: C...
Illinois BEATS #1 Kansas in exhibition! | Plus Big Ten predictions
October 30, 2023 13:28 - 1 hourKyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's exhibition win over preseason #1 Kansas including which players stood out, intriguing lineup decisions, and what it means for the for the team heading into the regular season. The guys also share some Big Ten predictions for the upcoming season: standings and all-conference teams. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Megaphone Purchase The Almanac her...
SEASON PREVIEW! | Breaking down the roster, new additions and schedule
October 23, 2023 15:53 - 1 hourUniversity of Illinois media students Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) kick off the first episode of the brand-new Champaign on Ice podcast with an Illini basketball season preview! The guys break down the Illini's roster from top to bottom, take a look at some of the new faces Brad Underwood and co. brought in during the offseason, and take an early look at the schedule. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcas...
CAN THE ILLINI MAKE THE SWEET 16? Illinois second round preview vs. Arkansas! CHAMPAIGN ON ICE NCAA Preview
March 16, 2023 13:30 - 45 minutesDeon and producer Dane Richardson have you covered with an NCAA preview for Illinois! Matchup with Arkansas🏀 How far this team can go🏀 Potential matchup with Kansas🏀 Overall effort this season from the Illini🏀 SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35... Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop POWERED by BetRivers SportsBook: https://betrivers.com/ FOLLOW US! Twitter: https://twitter...
CHAMPAIGN ON ICE POSTSEASON PREVIEW WITH FLYING ILLINI STAR STEPHEN BARDO
March 08, 2023 23:00 - 29 minutesIT'S MARCH ILLINI NATION!!! Flying Illini Star Stephen Bardo joins the pod to discuss... -Ups and downs of Illinois through the season🏀 -What he’d like to see moving into the tournament🏀 -Illinois being built for March🏀 -Big Ten Tournament preview🏀 -NCAA Preview🏀 -Possible seed in NCAA Tournament🏀 SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35... Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop PO...
ARE THE ILLINI BUILT FOR MARCH? CHAMPAIGN ON ICE WITH ASSISTANT COACH GEOFF ALEXANDER
March 01, 2023 13:56 - 56 minutesChampaign On Ice with Illini Assistant Coach Geoff Alexander!!! Deon sits down with Coach Alexander to discuss the current state of the team, his coaching journey, the culture Illinois has built, and the development of individual players SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35... Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop POWERED by BetRivers SportsBook: https://betrivers.com/ FOLLOW US!...
DID A 3 AM TEAM MEETING CHANGE THE ILLINI'S TRAJECTORY THIS SEASON?
January 31, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutesCHAMPAIGN ON ICE with Illinois assistant coach Tim Anderson! Deon chats with Illini assistant coach Tim Anderson about his upbringing, a wild team meeting that turned the tide of the season, and what's ahead for February and March! Tim Anderson's Non-profit leadership program in Chicago! https://www.thereignproject.org [email protected] 708-858-3818 SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NR...
CHAMPAIGN ON ICE WEEKLY RECAP #2! ILLINI-BADGERS PREVIEW
January 28, 2023 12:40 - 40 minutesDeon and producer Dane Richardson break down the most recent Illini action including the win vs Ohio State, the loss vs Indiana and a preview of round two of Illinois vs Wisconsin!!! Plus, who can challenge the Illini the rest of the way?...and some Deon Thomas trivia time! SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35... Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop POWERED by BetRivers SportsBoo...
CHAMPAIGN ON ICE WITH P.J. BOWMAN! CAN ANYONE STOP THE ILLINI RIGHT NOW???
January 19, 2023 19:30 - 49 minutesDeon chats with former Illini teammate P.J. Bowman about his basketball days through Illini and his journey to becoming a doctor And of course...some Illinois basketball breakdown on the recent hot streak! SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35... Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop POWERED by BetRivers SportsBook: https://betrivers.com/ FOLLOW US! Twitter: https://twitter.com/Th...
DID THE ILLINI RIGHT THE SHIP ON SATURDAY?
January 09, 2023 22:00 - 28 minutesCHAMPAIGN ON ICE WEEKLY RECAP! Deon chats with Champaign on Ice producer Dane Richardson to recap Illinois two matchups against Northwestern and Wisconsin this week. They also preview the week ahead as the Illini move forward visiting Nebraska and hosting Michigan State later this week. Stay tuned for another special guest later this week Illini fans! POWERED BY BETRIVERS SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify....
CHAMPAIGN ON ICE SEASON 3 EP. 4
December 29, 2022 23:30 - 1 hourDeon sits down with former Illini teammate and Knicks scout Gene Cross to reminisce about their playing days, coaching, and the current state of basketball SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-illinois-basketball-with-deon-thomas/id1540208209 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94?si=hlZRuIbmQ6a8jeSeg5WUvw Check out our merch store: http://fieldof68.shop POWERED by BetRivers SportsBook: https://betri...
ARE THE ILLINI IN TROUBLE??? CHAMPAIGN ON ICE SEASON 3
December 16, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutesDeon sits down with the voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart to talk about the Illini's recent struggles Plus a braggin' rights preivew of Illinois-Missouri, and some Illini football talk ahead of their bowl game SUBSCRIBE to Champaign On ICE: APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-illinois-basketball-with-deon-thomas/id1540208209 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94?si=hlZRuIbmQ6a8jeSeg5WUvw Check out our merch store: http://fieldof6...
CHAMPAIGN ON ICE SEASON 3: Deon and Illini expert Scott Richey break down the great start to the season for Illinois
December 01, 2022 17:37 - 44 minutesTHE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-illinois-basketball-with-deon-thomas/id1540208209 -- FOLLOW: Host Deon Thomas: https://twitter.com/deonthomas25 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheFieldOf68 Instagram: https://instagram.com/fieldof68 Youtube: https://youtube.com/TheFieldOf68 https://thefieldof68.com Learn...
Champaign On Ice Season 3: Just how good can Illinois be this year?
November 17, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutesTHE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-illinois-basketball-with-deon-thomas/id1540208209 -- FOLLOW: Host Deon Thomas: https://twitter.com/deonthomas25 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheFieldOf68 Instagram: https://instagram.com/fieldof68 Youtube: https://youtube.com/TheFieldOf68 https://thefieldof68.com Learn...
ILLINOIS a DISAPPOINTMENT this SEASON??? Brian Barnhart and Deon discuss the Houston loss and season
March 23, 2022 19:38 - 1 hourFrom the start of the season with Kofi’s suspension, to Curbelo’s concussion, to Frazier’s eye, to COVID, Illinois had a rough year with so many expectations on the teams back. The Fighting Illini bowed out in the round of 32 to the Houston Cougars but with national title aspirations to start the season, how will this season be viewed in the future? Listen into Brian and Deon’s discussion on everything Illinois went through this season and the teams premature end of the season. -- THE FIELD...
ILLINOIS to the SWEET 16??? Sean Harrington and Deon talk Big Ten and NCAA tourney
March 15, 2022 15:00 - 55 minutesIllinois lost to Indiana in the Big Ten tournament in a surprise upset, but now its a whole new season. Former Illinois player, coach and ESPN broadcaster Sean Harrington talks with Deon to recap the Big Ten tournament and how far Illinois and other Big Ten teams go in the NCAA. Should Illinois worry about Chattanooga? -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHa...
Can ILLINOIS RUN the TABLE?? NBA legend Eddie Johnson joins Deon to talk Illinois hoops
March 01, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourBefore Deon was the highest scorer at Illinois, Eddie Johnson held that record. Johnson an NBA legend, former sixth man of the year, talks about his career and what he took away from Illinois. Plus his thoughts on the Juwan Howard situation. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-il...
OHIO STATE V. ILLINOIS! WHO TAKES IT? Listen before tip as Deon talks with former Illini Brian Cook
February 24, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourTonight’s a big night game for the Buckeyes and Fighting Illini as both are fighting for the top of Big Ten. Listen into today’s episode of Champaign on Ice as host and birthday boy Deon Thomas is joined with former Illini great and NBA player Brian Cook talk about Cook’s career from high school, to college, to the NBA and some predictions for tonight! -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.s...
ILLINOIS on UPSET ALERT?? Doug Buchshon joins Deon to talk Illinois basketball before Rutgers tip
February 16, 2022 20:53 - 45 minutesAfter a big loss to Purdue and then a bounce back against Northwestern, is Illinois in trouble against Rutgers tonight. Tune into Doug Buchson of Rivals.com and Deon Thomas talk about the team so far throughout the season and their thoughts heading into tonights tip against the Scarlet Knights. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: htt...
Did PURDUE EXPOSE ILLINOIS?? Quinn Richardson joins Deon to talk about past and present Illini hoops
February 09, 2022 16:00 - 1 hourIt was a battle of the top Big Ten teams last night in Purdue and Illinois, with Purdue coming out on top. Listen into a talk with former Illini great and now VP of Bank of America Quinn Richardson talk about his time at Illinois, being a vice president of a major bank and the current fighting Illini team. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple p...
Bryce Weiler tells his STORY with Deon on Champaign on Ice!
January 31, 2022 14:55 - 34 minutesBryce Weiler has had an incredible story. Four months after birth, he had an experience that led to him becoming blind. However, Bryce has wanted to be more than his diagnosis and has overcome all obstacles, worked two times harder and made a career out of being a sports broadcaster. Listen into his story with Deon and how Deon's partner, Brian Barnheart, was Bryce's inspiration into broadcasting. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE...
MEYERS LEONARD JOINS CHAMPAIGN ON ICE! Listen into the Illinois legends talk about Illini hoops
January 25, 2022 17:00 - 1 hourAnother Illinois basketball great joins Champaign on Ice. This time around it is Meyers Leonard who had a successful career playing high school basketball in Robinson, then at Illinois and having an accomplished NBA career. He talks with Deon now with his life outside of basketball and how he has handled the situation that caused the end of his career as of now. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: http...
GAME OF THE YEAR?? Loren Tate joins Deon to talk about the history of Illinois hoops
January 20, 2022 16:00 - 1 hourPurdue vs Illinois a few days ago was a thriller - coming down to double OT with Purdue coming away victorious. Long time Illinois journalist Loren Tate joins Deon to talk about how good this current Illinois basketball team is plus some insight on a lot of history of Illinois hoops and comparing some of the all time great Fighting Illini teams. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify....
COVID IMPACT on the NBA! Malcolm Hill talks about time at Illinois, overseas and call up to then NBA
January 11, 2022 23:56 - 59 minutesMalcolm Hill is the third all-time leading scorer at Illinois. He got tons of recognition across the state prior to his recruitment, got all the accolades, but did not make it to the NBA right away. Hill spent some time overseas till going to the G-league and getting a 10 day contract for the Atlanta Hawks this season. Listen in to hear his whole story about his time at Illinois, career in tons of countries across the world and getting the experience in the NBA. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERE...
Is ILLINOIS a SLEEPER in the BIG TEN??? Sergio McClain talks about his career and the current team
January 04, 2022 17:00 - 1 hourSergio McClain has had a huge impact on basketball in Illinois, but seems to not be talked about like the top guys in Derrick Rose and Jabari Parker. McClain talks about his time at Peoria Manual High School, playing under Bill Self at Illinois, and how good the current Illinois team is. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://p...
ILLINOIS STILL NOT TOP 25??? Deon and Tyler Repking talk about Illinois hoops and prospects
December 29, 2021 17:00 - 1 hourPrior to the COVID-19 cancelation against Florida A&M, Illinois had really started to look like one of the top teams in the Big-10. Tyler Repking, founder of his own "Repking Media", joins Deon to talk about the current team and the recruits Illinois has started to bring into the program in Ty Rodgers, Jayden Epps and Sincere Harris, as well as other prospects in the Illinois area. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on...
COVID DERAILING COLLEGE HOOPS??? Derek Piper and Deon talk what's to come in college basketball
December 21, 2021 17:00 - 57 minutesA lot has been going on with COVID and college basketball. Although Illinois hasn't been directly affected yet, Derek Piper from 247 sports joins Deon to talk about the impacts of COVID, the current Illinois team and expectations for the rest of the season. -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cha...
IS ILLINOIS FINAL FOUR BOUND JUST LIKE ’89??? Ervin Small comes on to talk Illinois hoops
December 14, 2021 17:00 - 1 hourErvin Small was the one who got Deon Thomas to being who became to be at Illinois. Small was Deon’s mentor, and the two go back and rehash their history at Simeon, Illinois and current Illinois men’s basketball -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-on-ice-illinois-basketball-with-deon-tho...
WHO'S THE BEST TEAM IN THE BIG TEN??? Deon and Jon discuss Illinois basketball with a Q&A
December 07, 2021 18:00 - 1 hourDeon and his producer, Jon Surratt talk all things Illinois basketball on this episode of Champaign on Ice. They talk about the blowout victory against Rutgers, upcoming game today against Iowa, plus a Q&A from fans who submitted questions on Twitter -- THE FIELD OF 68 IS POWERED BY BET RIVERS: BetRivers.com LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE! -- SUBSCRIBE to Champaign on Ice: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NRwN35vRyAN7USQHavD94 Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/champaign-...