Josh Whitman @IlliniAD Twitter profile

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

I’m told I’m a “big hug guy.” Turns out, I’m not the BIGGEST hug guy...wait for it! Love every one of these guys, and special place in my heart for #21 . #MakingMemories #ILLINIFamily

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

For the #EveryDayGuys #ILLINI

Open Letter from Director of Athletics Josh Whitman - University of Illinois Athletics

Whitman addresses the conclusion of the men's basketball regular season.

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

THAT’S IT. THAT’S THE TWEET. #WINNERS #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

The beauty of sport is that it invokes such intense emotion...to lift us up or cast us down...or both. Not the way we wanted to finish. But in the midst of COVID, this team lifted us up & gave us a reason to cheer. I’ll always be grateful to these #EveryDayGuys . I love this team.

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Best postgame locker room I’ve ever been in. Bar none. #ILLINI

Illinois Men's Basketball

@IlliniMBB

3 years

LET’S GOOOOOOO

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

THANK YOU to one of the most impressive people I have ever met. Your work and leadership will not be forgotten. You have taught us much, and we will endeavor to carry those lessons forward for the benefit of others. Our FIGHT in the #lLLINI continues. 🔷🔶

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

I don’t know that I’ve ever been so proud of a group of people in my entire life. Victory. Illinois. Varsity. #ILLINI #JoinTheFight

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

Unbelievable energy. So proud of what’s happening here. Best postgame quote: “We didn’t come this far to come this far.” Exactly right, boys. Keep pushing! #EverydayGuys #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

4 games in 8 days, 3 on the road?2 one-day preps? NPOY on the sidelines? Top 25 opponent? Bring it. I’m riding with these guys. Fighters. Winners. ILLINI. 🔶🔷😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

Welcome Coach Brad Underwood! #WeWillWin #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

There are no words to adequately express the sadness in my heart. 💔 In the face of unspeakable adversity and hardship, Bobby brought life and optimism to every room he entered. He was a warrior, a leader, and an inspiration to all. I will never forget him. Love you, 97. 🧡💙

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

⁦ @kxng_alpha ⁩ sent me a text with two words: “I’m ready.” Goosebumps. I promise you, big fella, we’re ready too. #ILLINI everywhere are ready. Now let’s go get it. 🏆🔶🔷👊

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Such respect for this squad. What a road to get here. 16 B1G wins! More than any #ILLINI team in history. 🔶🔷💪 Let the celebration begin!

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Yessir!! WWWWWWinners! #EveryDayGuys #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

8 years

#WEWILLWIN

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 months

🔶🔷😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

🔶🔷 CHAMPIONS

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 month

EIGHT. 🔶🔷🏀😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Single-elimination tournaments can bring heartbreak, but they should never overshadow the full body of work. These guys have persevered through so much — COVID, suspensions, injuries — & played like champions. They have earned our respect, now & forever. I love every one of them.

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

CHAMPS. #1 SEED. HISTORIC. And the work is just getting started! A good day for the 🔶🔷! Love these #EveryDayGuys .

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

6 years

5:30AM...an actual conversation b/t my wife & me... ME: It’s raining. Pretty hard. Should I cancel the run? HOPE: How many Twitter followers do you have? ME: About 31,000. HOPE: If you cancel, 31,000 people are going to think you’re soft. SO WE RUN! 😤 #MyWifeIsTougherThanIAm

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

There it is! Largest ⁦ @IlliniMBB ⁩ win in Assembly Hall in series history. The climb continues! Love OUR EVERYDAY GUYS! #ILLINI 🔶🔷😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 months

A picture is worth a thousand words. #LFG 🔶🔷🏀😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

This... #BOOM

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

And for this guy...it’s been an honor to have a front-row seat to watch him strive for greatness, night in and night out, and to lead us back to prominence. One of the best to ever do it in the 🔶🔷! Let’s finish this ride in style ⁦ @AyoDos_11 ⁩ and go get that 🏆! #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

That’s TWENTY, baby!! You looked awfully good this afternoon, 🔶🔷 Family. Thanks for showing up and supporting this team. Something special is happening in Champaign. Let’s keep doing it TOGETHER! #ILLINI 🧡💙💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

6 years

Friends, meet the newest member of our #ILLINI family: William Walter Whitman. Born Wednesday! The 🔶🔷 blood runs strong through him! Mom and Baby Will are both doing great! #ProudDad #GratefulHusband

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

CHAMPIONS!! 🔶🔷🏀 #EveryDayGuys #ILL

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

People have been asking me, “With all the sports canceled and all your travel restricted, what are you going to do with all your free time?” My wife’s response: “I have an idea.” Meet the idea. #HappyDaughter #ConfusedSon #NamelessPuppy

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Special locker room ring presentation to one of the classics! Wear it proudly, Giorgi B! You’re a champ! #ILL 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

WHAT. A. GAME. We’re in it to win it, baby! #JoinTheFight #VictoryIllinois 🔶🔷💪😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Welcome to the #ILLINI family ⁦ @BretBielema ⁩! Excited to lock arms and get to work on our championship vision for ⁦ @IlliniFootball ⁩! Proud to have you, Jen, and your girls in 🔷🔶. Let’s gooooooo! #ILLINIFamily #WeWillWin 😤💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

6 years

On a day when others are joining the #ILLINI family by signing their NLIs, proud to announce that Hope and I will be adding another #ILLINI this summer...a baby boy! ETA late July. The #ILLINI heart is beating strong! #BeautifulMom #ProudDad 🔶🔷

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

#WEWILLWIN

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

A once-in-a-generation player and person. Grateful for the ride he brought us on these last three years. A legacy that will continue long into the future. Proud to have him home in the rafters at ⁦ @StateFarmCenter ⁩. Forever an #ILLINI @AyoDos_11 ⁩!

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

They’ve made some nice upgrades to Mackey recently. I find myself especially fond of their scoreboard. WINNERS!! CAN YOU FEEL IT?!? #JoinTheFight #ILLINI 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

Coach Underwood: “You guys put your suits on, put your ties on...because you were going on a business trip. Well...you just had one helluva business meeting!” Love what’s happening in this locker room! #ILLINI #EverydayGuys #WeWillWin 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

BOOM!!! 🔶🔷💪💪 @IlliniMBB #WeWillWin

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

He’s our #EveryDayGuy ! Grateful to ⁦ @CoachUnderwood ⁩ for trusting us and continuing his tremendous leadership of ⁦ @IlliniMBB ⁩! Appreciate your commitment, Coach, and excited about our future! #ILLINI 🔶🔷🤝

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 month

YES!!! ⁦⁦ @wbitwbb ⁩ CHAMPS!! 🔶🔷🏆

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

One of my proudest days as AD. Today, I watched tomorrow’s leaders take a knee and then stand tall. Our #ILLINI family found its voice & used its platform to make a difference. Our future is bright in their hands. Honored to be included & to be associated with them. #BLM 🖤🧡💙

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

#ILLINI WIN! ⁦ @CoachUnderwood ⁩ said in the last timeout: “This is the moment you define a program.” Believe it! 🔶🔷💪💪💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

8 years

#ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

A lot of 🔶🔷 in the Purple Place tonight to watch Chicago’s Big Ten Team get ⁦Big Ten win #11 ! (There were some people there to watch Northwestern too.)

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 months

The Greatest Living Illini has left us. 🧡💙

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 month

Not the ending we wanted, but wouldn’t trade this journey for anything. Learned so much from this team. They left it all on the court, every night. Will be remembered forever in the rafters and the record books. 🏆 Grateful for our time together. Love these #EveryDayGuys . 🧡💙

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

Do you feel that, friends? The winds of change of starting to blow... #ILLINI

Illinois Men's Basketball

@IlliniMBB

7 years

Officially Signed ✍️: Mr. Basketball @Mark_Smith_13 👉 #Illini #WeWillWin 🔶🔷

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

First school EVER to win four in a row in Bucky’s Barn. #EveryDayGuys #ILL 🔶🔷😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Shared some special memories (and a few monster hugs) with @kxng_alpha over the years. His physical size got all the attention, but the size of his heart is what I’ll always remember. Gonna miss you, big fella. Thanks for all you did for @IlliniMBB . We’ll never forget. #21Legacy

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

6 years

YEAH!!!!!!! 🔷🔶💪💪💪💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

There is a fine line between committed and crazy. My guy @DerrickBurson and I kept up our @IlliniMBB road game tradition this morning, logging 10 miles in sub-zero temps. Our part is done (hello, superstitious)...the rest is up to you, fellas! #ItsOnlyCrazyIfItDoesntWork 🔷🔶🤜

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Adrenaline still pumping, digesting what we experienced together tonight. #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

That second half.... 🔥🔥 #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

One last time today with these #EveryDayGuys . Not the ending we wanted, but man…this group deserves to be celebrated for all they’ve accomplished. Best team in the B1G for 3 years running…they’ve brought the juice, and the trophies, back to ⁦ @StateFarmCenter ⁩.

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

This. Is. Illinois Basketball. #Winners #ILLINIPride #JoinTheFight

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

Sunniest rainy day I’ve had in a long time. Bringing the cannon home, #ILLINI ! 🔶🔷💪

Illinois Football

@IlliniFootball

5 years

THE CANNON IS OURS! #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

The pleasure was mine, Coach. You made everything you touched better, my life included. We already miss your smiling face and your welcoming nature, but we will find solace in your memory, which will never be forgotten. Rest easy, Coach. 🧡💙

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Finally winding down and hitting the sack. What a day. Lifetime memories, years in the making. So many have contributed. So many have helped through time, energy, skill, and generosity. We’re in this TOGETHER, and we’re just getting started. The #ILLINI are rising! 🔶🔷🏆🏀🤜

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

8 months

One thing matters: 1-0. Way to turn out tonight, #famILLy ! Highest home opener attendance since 2010. #ILL 🔶🔷🏈💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

#ILLINI WIN!!! A bunch of gritty, tough, fierce competitors. Proud of this team and this staff. Well deserved success in @TheGarden ! Let’s build on it! 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

BOOM!!! NLI arrived this morning. Mark's text to me: "Excited to join the family!" Mark, welcome to the #ILLINI family. #WeWillWin

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

1-0! #ILLINI 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

2-0. Next one for 🏆! #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

It was a good day. #Champs #ILL

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Just another Saturday night at the Whitman house during COVID. Tate decided we should have a “formal dinner.” She picked out everyone’s attire, including a very special ensemble for yours truly. Regrettably, she gets her sense of style from her old man. #ToughBreak #GirlDad

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

You never know who might show up on campus! The King is back! Good to see you ⁦ @kxng_alpha ⁩! 🧡💙🏀 #EveryDayGuys

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

#ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

That’s 1. #ILLINI #EveryDayGuys

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

This morning, I went to my happy place. And this afternoon, I delivered hard news to people I care a lot about...in many ways, these students and staff are my family. A lot of emotions from them and from me. We will persevere. Together, we are stronger than we even know. 🧡💙💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

Arch would have liked that one. Victory. Illinois. Varsity. #ForArch 💙🧡 #Illini4Ever #ThatsSeven

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

How about them #ILLINI ! Let’s go win this thing! 🔶🔷🏀 #EveryDayGuys #ChampionshipSunday

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 months

Picture worth a thousand words. #ILL 🔶🔷🏀😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Congrats to our #EveryDayGuy ⁦ @AyoDos_11 ⁩ on his ⁦ @NBA ⁩ announcement today. Incredible future for this young man, on the court and off. A role model for so many. Grateful to him for trusting us and elevating ⁦ @IlliniMBB ⁩. Always an #ILLINI , my friend! 🔶🔷💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

Love the newest art installation at O’Hare! Time to let travelers know they’re in #ILLINI country! Well done, ⁦ @Illinois_Alma ⁩! Feels like the start of a new tradition...pic and post when you come through, #ILLINI !🔶🔷🤜

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 month

Shout-out to the 🔶🔷 faithful, here in Boston, back on campus & everywhere else for helping make this season, and especially these last few weeks, so special. It was quite a ride, and your energy & passion made it an experience our team will never forget. Thank you!! #GratefulAD

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

⁦ @IlliniVBall ⁩ takes down defending national champs Kentucky to advance to Sweet 16! Let’s goooo! #ILLINI 🔶🔷😤💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 years

Couldn’t sleep last night and jumped right out of bed this morning...hoops is here! Happy Illinois Basketball Season, everybody! Let’s make it one to remember! @IlliniMBB @IlliniWBB 🔶🔷😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

#ILL

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

A tough day. Immeasurable thanks to John & his staff for representing our beloved #ILLINI w/ class from the beginning to the end...

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 year

Beyond proud of the men in 🔶&🔷 today. @BretBielema , she’s never had a better seat. And today she got to watch a bunch of tough #ILLINI men fight their tails off, just as you’ve taught them to do. Each gritty step represents progress, and the best is yet to come. #famILLy

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

Love winning in OUR CITY! Always great to see so much 🔶🔷 in the Chi-Town house! Man, our guys FIGHT! So much toughness and grit…finding a way to get it done. Keep grinding and growing, fellas! 😤 #ILLINI #EveryDayGuys

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

That’s five. One at a time. Let’s get some more. Something special happening! #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 year

So grateful to be part of this 🔶🔶 #famILLy ! Incredible atmosphere tonight at ⁦ @StateFarmCenter ⁩! Thank you! Let’s do it again! #ILL #HTTOOut

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 months

Wow!! Incredible scene waiting for @IlliniMBB upon our return from Minneapolis with some extra hardware in tow. So proud and grateful to be representing such passionate and supportive fans! Thanks for the memory #famILLy ! Let’s keep rollin’! #ILL

Illinois Men's Basketball

@IlliniMBB

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We love you, Champaign! #Illini | #HTTO | #EveryDayGuys

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

Only school with TWO of the top 11 players in college football history, as announced at halftime of tonight’s national champ game? @Illinois_Alma ! Our very own Red Grange ( #6 ) and Dick Butkus ( #8 ) representing the 🔶🔷! #ILLINIPride @IlliniFootball

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

3 months

“Unbelievable team effort!” 🔶🔷🏀😤

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

2 years

I see you ⁦ @TheOrangeKrush ⁩! Always a welcome sight to have that 🔶🔶🔶 on the road! Let ‘em hear you!

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

7 years

On the plane and headed to #ILLINI country! ETA 5:00pm. Come meet your new coach, #ILLINI ! The future is bright!

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 year

On the move early this morning… After what happened with ⁦ @IlliniMBB ⁩ and ⁦ @IlliniWBB ⁩ last night, is it just me, or is this ⁦ @fly2ohare ⁩ landmark shining a little more brightly this morning? #HTTO | #ILL | #OneWay | #EveryDayGuys 🔶🔷🏀💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

5 years

A big day. A day years in the making. A day made possible by 100s of people sharing in a vision. A day that will go down in the proud history of @IlliniFootball ⁩. A day we got better. Let’s do this, friends. #ILLINI

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

THAT’S HOW YOU DO IT! #ILLINIWinner 🔷🔶💪

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

4 years

Today is a resounding endorsement of the important work that we have undertaken together during these last three-and-a-half years. I look forward to continuing our shared pursuit of excellence in the years to come. #ILLINI | #WeWillWin

"I've never been prouder to be part of this Illini Family" - University of Illinois Athletics

Dear Illini Family and Friends, This morning, the University of Illinois Board of Trustees approved an extension to my contract to serve as your director of athletics through June 30, 2024. Hope and...

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

6 years

#ILLINI WIN! Never felt so good for a group of guys. #KeepSwinging 🔶🔷

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Josh Whitman

@IlliniAD

1 year

The sun is shining a little brighter in Tampa! Incredible performance by ⁦ @IlliniWBB ⁩ in front of nearly 5,000 passionate #ILLINI fans at ⁦ @StateFarmCenter ⁩! Something special happening with this team! Come be part of it! #OneWay #ILL 🔶🔷🏀💪

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