Jim Mattson
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WEEK 25 Sports Director ---Peoria sportscaster since 1985-- ESPN Peoria 101.1 Radio host
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On a windy playoff day in Illinois- Tri-Valley executes one of the great punts in IHSA Playoffs history!
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LOVE IT! Who needs a stinking coin!! Elmwood-Brimfield wins pre-game Rock Paper Scissors at Lewistown
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You've seen Albert Pujols amazing 700th home run by now? But did you ever see his 1st pro home run? In his first pro game? Pujols- known as Jose Pujols that day- cranks a home run for the Peoria Chiefs on opening day- April 6, 2000 at Kane County
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Peoria Illini standout Da’Monte Williams joins a new team! Monte is sworn in as a new Peoria Police officer. Congrats— seems like ideal job for a lockdown defender
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Illinois Coach Brad Underwood stopped at Prairie Central Coach Darin Bazzell’s home today to offer his condolences over the deaths of the two PC Hawks standouts. That’s My Coach!
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Heartbroken. My Hero died today. My father left Sweden as a little boy after his Father died in a mining accident. He lived amazing life in America. His 62 years of marriage taught me the meaning of love. He loved God, Family, Travel, Golf and the Badgers. I miss him so much
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Normal West jv girls basketball team involved in an I-74 bus crash coming home from game in Champaign. Interstate has been closed near Downs...
sending prayers to all involved.
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Peoria Manual to Illini to Portugal! Da’Monte Williams leaves tomorrow to start pro basketball career in Portugal
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A Peoria Parade to celebrate our new Chicago Bear- LaCale London!!
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Positive weather news- they have taken snow out of the forecast for central Illinois on the Fourth of July
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Give your high school athletic director a socially distanced air high five or fist bump today. High School AD's are the unsung heroes of prep sports every day---and they will be super busy the next 48 hours! Rooting for all of you
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Brother and Sister! I think intensity runs in the Kendrick Green family!
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This is Michael Jordan's 1st game as a Bull-- 1984 exhibition at Peoria Civic Center- LOOK at all the empty seats--just 2,000 fans there. Of course, we were all busy at some amazing Peoria hotel parties in 1984
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Wisconsin Badgers starting lineup and age-
Trice 24, Ford 24, Potter 22, Reuvers 22, Davison 21.
Chicago Bulls starting lineup and age-
LaVine 25, Markkanen 23, Carter 21, White 20, Williams 19
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Da’Monte Williams gets his Peoria Police badge today. But he must finish police training first- that training will take Monte back to Champaign in September
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So sad to hear Washington High Coach Kevin Brown passed away last night. Kevin was old school- he demanded effort, defense and accountability---often controversial--there was no doubt how much he loved Jodi, his players and basketball. RIP to a winner and great friend
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Dreams Come True! 3rd Round Pittsburgh Steelers for Peoria’s Kendrick Green
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In 7 years, he’s brought the energy and sellout crowds back to State Farm Center, he’s brought Big Ten titles and all-Americans back to Champaign! Now after 19 years, Illini are back in Sweet 16! Thanks, Brad!
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Who needs a shot clock? IHSA does. Chicago North Lawndale held the ball for 7 minutes as Metamora stayed in zone. Riveting video at 10
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Coach Brad Underwood and Illini team at Washington Tournament of Champions for Chicago St Rita v Joliet West
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30 years ago I covered him as a Limestone Rocket— today, I cover Jim Thome as a Hall of Fame legend
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My first look at Dunlap’s new tackling robots- too close a look. I’m in Concussion protocol- questionable for Friday
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Shot clock is coming to Illinois high school basketball!
IHSA board of directors approves experimental use of shot clock in both boys and girls hoops this season. Experimental use will be in in regular season tournaments and shootouts.
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I first covered him as Peoria teenager- what a thrill today to cover Shaun Livingston at NBA Finals! 25 Sports this week from Toronto
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Having a hard time covering high school sports this week---keep thinking about Livi Sonetz. I LOVE prep athletes who play the game with the passion of a kid and love their teammates like family! That was Livi.
Heaven has a great new teammate!
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Emotional/amazing night.
Quincy Notre Dame star Tucker Tollerton died Saturday night in a car accident--QND's 1st pitch tonight with was with no Centerfielder. Later, Tucker's replacement in CF- Jake Schisler cracked a home run! QND wins to go to State- Prayers For QND!
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Stay strong for each other, Normal West Wildcats!
It was a joy to see Charlie at every game--my prayers go out to his family and the Normal West family. RIP Charlie
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As more schools wrap up this unique school year this week...a STANDING OVATION for teachers, staff and administrators for navigating our kids through this most challenging of years. HEROES all of you! Enjoy the summer!
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Illini Tailgate Tour is underway in Peoria! Brad Underwood found this guy in a hurry!
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Illinois High School coaches planning a "Let Us Play" rally at the State Capital Saturday at 1 pm. Their message will be "Let Us Play and Let Parents Decide". This parent appreciates that message
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Not sure there would have been a The Last Dance had Michael not asked me for some slam dunk advice
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I understand everything is hard to understand now--but hard to believe the Illinois State at Illinois football game is off...but the Illini can safely travel to New Jersey to play Rutgers a month later.
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1,000 MLB Wins ago---Joe Maddon's 1st full season managerial gig was w 1984 Peoria Chiefs---he sure sounds like 2017 Maddon
@CubsJoeMadd
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Peoria Manual's DaMonte Williams signs Illini scholarship w his Dad, Illini all-American Frankie Williams
#PeoriaPipeline
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I applaud IHSA-
Glad we will have some fall sports.
Glad we will have all sports.
NEED everyone to wear a mask and do our best now to make it all happen for our kids
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For decades, I have said the IHSA Individual Wrestling Finals is best event run by the IHSA. My new answer is IHSA Cheerleading State Finals--the energy in that building, the teams & fans cheering for each other and the UNREAL athleticism of the cheerleaders is simply amazing
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Ace! 17 at Arrowhead Country Club! 40 years after my first one!!
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Metamora's Tyson Swanson is about the coolest customer I've ever seen on the court....but he may have "trash-talked" after the game. Tyson's right!
His response to Chicago Simeon fans chanting "Over-rated!"
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AMAZING Night at Normal West as LOVE fills the gym for Normal West game and to honor Charlie Crabtree and support Coach Price and everyone involved in the bus accident. WELL DONE, WILDCATS! Love is always the answer
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IESA has canceled fall sports. I always say there is never a more excited athlete than a junior high athlete...feel for those kids and families.
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Adam Miller’s message to Illini nation and Peoria- the young man has always loved the Illini players especially the Peoria Illini
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As a media member- I will keep quiet. As a parent- LET MY KID PLAY as LOUD as I can say it
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Prairie Central returned to the baseball diamond tonight. Before their game- El Paso-Gridley joined the Hawks in Prayer. We are praying for you, Hawks
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I never thought the Washington Tournament of Champions could top Zion! But WOW what an inspiring fan favorite show by Hansel-Emmanuel Donato!! I think he’s still signing autographs
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Hey Playoff Football Teams--Enjoy your playoff pairings parties---Buy your Playoff T-Shirts- Love every minute of practice this week!
One of the best things about high school football is you have to earn the right to play in the Postsason! So Enjoy your Accomplishment!
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Prayers and thoughts to the Prairie Central Hawks community. You are such a strong and amazing community of support---you need to be there for each other now more than ever.
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High school basketball season is delayed- Reaction and my Opinion
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Duke wins at Notre Dame...it's safe to play college basketball again
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How about the Security guard delivering the pitch for the Kmet home run celebration! AND making the catch!
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2017
Illinois hires Brad Underwood.
Indiana hires Archie Miller.
Ohio State hires Chris Holtmann.
Well done, Josh Whitman.
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Couple weeks ago, Pontiac beat Prairie Central in an amazing Sectional Title Basketball rivalry game. Today, the Pontiac team stopped at Prairie Central to offer support and prayers to the Hawks. MUCH More than a Rivalry
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My take on Kevin Brown- Tough-Guilty. Demanding- Guilty. Caring- Guilty. Winner- Guilty. Would I want my kid to play for him- YES
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Yes, I am Peoria Illini biased- BUT- I think Da’Monte Williams should have been 1st Team All Big Ten Defense and Academic All Big Ten! One smart young man! More with Monte at 6 on 25 News
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Coleman Hawkins- “I think this is my last ride in an Illini uniform.” Hawkins has one year of eligibility remaining
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Adam Miller says he’s loved his first two months as an Illini recruit- he’s amazed by the Illini support he gets everywhere he goes
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Losing the battle to tears as I watch highlights of Dylan and Drew. Stay strong, Prairie Central Hawks. Today, We are all Hawks!
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Morton's Caylie Jones with one of the most unique baskets I've ever seen---that's a tough move to stop!
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ISU Redbirds return to Horton Field House today for a 3 pm game. Here’s a look back at when Michael Jordan soared for 71 points in a 1985 Horton Field House exhibition game!
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53 years ago, I was born on my Mom’s Birthday! Best present I ever got was having her as Mom! Happy Birthday Mom!
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Emotional and amazing turnout at Prairie Central candlelight vigil for Drew and Dylan. Hawks Forever
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Tessa lost the battle to cancer today. But she dies a Champion- a brave fighter who inspired so many. Team Tessa spirit will live forever! My prayers to Tessa’s family, friends, teammates and to all at Dunlap High
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So much fun to see Illini games sold out again! And SVP joining the Orange Krush!
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Feel so bad for Roanoke-Benson, Peoria Notre Dame, Peoria Manual, Lincoln and Normal West. Their seasons were such a great story- and now we don’t get the final chapter
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So bummed there’s no Illini game in the Big Dance- but Adam Miller made me feel better today. He knows his next game is wearing Orange and Blue and he can’t wait
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RIP Chuck Thome--
last summer in Cooperstown, Chuck told me "I lived the life every little league Dad dreams of!" Prayers to Jim and the entire Thome family.
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At it's best, high school sports and a state tournament run can lift the spirits of a school and a town in a most memorable and unique fashion and provide athletes with lifetime memories and confidence--the loss of state tournaments is far greater than financial.
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In the past 72 hours, I have been to 3 visitations for 3 wonderful high school student-athletes. Truly Heartbreaking. But beautiful to see all the rival prep teams at the visitations. The past few days are a powerful reminder to take nothing for granted and HUG your kids.
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The death of Mitch Janssen is simply heartbreaking. A truly unique person- a fierce competitor on the field- but genuine, thoughtful young man off field. He soared as he chased his dreams. Prayers to his family and the Bradley and Princeville community. Heartbroken
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Kendrick Green. NFL Rookie. NFL Rookie Starter. NFL Week 1 Winner! PeoriaProud!
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The best highlights of training camp! Washington High Moms tackle their Panther son!!
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Washington High basketball coach Kevin Brown is out of surgery---and in recovery. He is awaiting more tests. Sending more prayers to Coach and Jodi!
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Pride of Peoria talks about Peoria! Shaun Livingston proud to represent Peoria on the world’s biggest basketball stage - the NBA Finals
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Bielema gets it! Doing a Zoom call tonight with Fighting Illini alumni football players.
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So sad to hear Pekin's Kelly Cash had passed after a long, heroic battle with cancer. Kelly Taphorn was one of the greatest athletes in Pekin High history in track and volleyball. And an all-American parent cheering on her kids. Prayers go out to the Cash and Taphorn family
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Please continue to pray for all involved in the Normal West bus accident
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ZERO coverage of Saturday high school basketball in today's Journal Star. Disappointed in the coverage and my subscription---but mostly disappointed for the high school athletes
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Illini basketball team has been hit hard by the flu bug- Da'Monte was asked how he stayed healthy- "I wear a coat". Peoria Smart
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My turn as the parent on senior night--and my Thank You to high school sports
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I just can't stop thinking about the tragedy involving Washington High students. I'm sure the Washington High parents are as shook up as the students. Panthers give Mom and Dad a big hug tonight. I know I'm going home to hug my kids. God Bless You Panthers--stay strong
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I might be getting old!
1998 with Frankie Williams- 2020 with Da'Monte Williams!
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Congrats to Metamora! Biggest hoops win in Metamora and Mid-Illini history!
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Peoria High’s Kaevion Mack might be the best player in Central Illinois- Mack really wanted a Touchdown here!
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Future Illini teammates loved St Rita’s Morez Johnson Jr’s Big Slam Dunk
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THE ISU Redbird Doug Collins celebrates today’s Return to Horton win w the current Redbirds
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Marcus Domask on nervous 2nd half Illini fans and what he said to TSJ after he picked up his 4th foul
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So honored! Covering IHSA sports has been the absolute highlight of my career- and tonight was a remarkably special night!
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Several Quincy Notre Dame players pointed out a bird that perched atop the Centerfield Light pole to watch over the team that lost its centerfielder and the team that played so inspired tonight. In the final inning- the bird left & appeared headed to Peoria and the State Finals
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I wanted Shaun to be an Illini- but since Shaun did not go to college- he was always introduced as “From Peoria High,”- and I LOVED that
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