UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS

University of Illinois Director of Athletics Mike Thomas and the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics announced today that the basketball court at State Farm Center would from now on be called “Lou Henson Court.” The “Lou Henson” signature on the floor is accented by his patented orange blazer and a pair of wings as a nod to the Flyin’ Illini of 1989, his greatest Fighting Illini team. “The University of Illinois is extremely honored to recognize one of our most iconic figures with the naming of Lou Henson Court,” said Thomas. “Lou has made an incredible impact and contribution to Fighting Illini basketball and the University.