Derek Piper
@DPiper247
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If your why is right, you can’t go wrong. Formerly: @IlliniOn247, @247Sports, @TheDrive935
Champaign, IL
Joined October 2009
Not overturning that is more egregious than a Hello Kitty & Snoopy suggestion
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It’s unbelievable that we’re still ejecting people for indicental helmet-to-helmet
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Alright.. When Brad lets me into practice now, you’re not getting a text
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As always, I’d love to talk hoops with you. But as a licensed loan officer, I’d also love to talk with you about a mortgage for a new home, refinancing your current home & other ways we can help you achieve your goals at First Federal. Come see me or call me at 217-356-2265.
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You really thought you’d get away that easy, @LonTayESPNCU? Amazing 15-year run. I had an absolute blast being there with you the final six. Hilarious, down to earth, relatable, welcoming & talented. Can’t wait to toast one to you in Lot 31, my friend.
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My guy!! Outstanding add
Couldn’t be more excited to join the outstanding team at @IlliniOn247 this upcoming year! Huge thanks to @JWerner247 for the incredible opportunity. Can’t wait to get started. Hope you’ll follow along for what should be yet another exciting #Illini hoops season!
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🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 1016 | How does prep recruiting fit into Illini basketball's plans Prodded @DPiper247 for one more pod to discuss the prep recruiting strategy for Illinois moving forward and top targets in 2026 & 2027 classes. 🎧: https://t.co/Wbqbd5x4Bx
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Peach Jam notebook: - #Illini hoops has some exciting options in 2027 - Priority 2026 target Jasiah Jervis leads the Rens to the title game READ: https://t.co/EBW4dDqZSN
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4-star scoring guard Jasiah Jervis has been one of the biggest stock-risers in the 2026 class during this AAU season. He's become a priority for the #Illini & he'd like to take a visit to Champaign. "They build great guards." READ: https://t.co/zq1dA2OkFh
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#Illini targets Jasiah Jervis & Anderson Diaz of the NY Rens will play in the Peach Jam 17U semis tonight at 6 pm ET (5 pm CT) Can watch here… https://t.co/KmRNQrdleq
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The #Illini have had three first-round draft picks over the last two years. That increasing NBA presence 'shows a lot' to 5-star guard & top 2026 target Dylan Mingo. READ: https://t.co/9jVsiLOQBs
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🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 1011 | Tay & J Show reunion with Lon Tay! @LonTayESPNCU his decade-and-a-half sports radio run in Champaign-Urbana, life as a sports dad, his thoughts on Illini football and basketball and much more. 🎧: https://t.co/EhTrQBZxF9
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Peach Jam notebook: - #Illini are high on 2026 wing Maximo Adams - MeanStreets 16U is must-watch - Other names to know READ: https://t.co/BEwzNSJZd6
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Piper's last ride, and updating with #illini tidbits on the VIP board:
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HOOPS: Prep recruiting thread
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Davion Thompson going OFF in the clutch for MeanStreets 16U… Back-to-back-to-back threes. Last two coming off of setups from Jaxson Davis.
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🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 1009 | Derek Piper bidding adieu to Illini Inquirer @DPiper247 on his career and life pivot, and his stories from a decade on the Illinois basketball beat. https://t.co/NpUPn7Pk9s
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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Piper leaving Illini Inquirer after nine years
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LIVE POD: At 3 p.m. CT, @DPiper247 and I will discuss his upcoming departure from Illini Inquirer, a career and life pivot and his stories from a decade on the Illinois basketball beat Join us ⤵️ https://t.co/6wqCPRTBPL
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My 12-year sports media career has been the ride of a lifetime, and I've been lucky enough to spend 9 of those years at a special place in Illini Inquirer. But it's time to do something different. My column: https://t.co/GJ7hRzkTVt
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Today is @DPiper247’s last show on @TheDrive935. Tune in from 3pm-5pm and help @LonTayESPNCU & I send our guy out in style. We’re celebrating today. https://t.co/zu3pAt9t5r
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