On Thursday, March 26, the Illinois Fighting Illini men’s basketball team—which features former Yorkville High School standout Jason Jakstys—defeated the Houston Cougars 65-55 in the NCAA Tournament.
The matchup was hosted at Toyota Center at 9:05 p.m.
The Illinois Fighting Illini are scheduled to face their next opponent on Saturday, March 28, at 5:10 p.m., again at Toyota Center.
Jason Jakstys — Center — Freshman — 6′10″ — 225 — Hometown: Yorkville
