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Ayo Dosunmu and James Augustine enter Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 10:28 PM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Ayo Dosunmu and James Augustine enter Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame

Summary

The University of Illinois will induct eight new members into its Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday, Sept. 12. Among the honorees are former men’s basketball players Ayo Dosunmu and James Augustine. Dosunmu recently signed a five-year contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves, while Augustine was a key member of the school's 2005 Final Four team. Both players highlighted the importance of their time in Champaign and the relationships built during their collegiate careers. They join six other inductees from various sports programs, including football, volleyball, soccer, and men’s golf, to complete this year's class.

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By the Numbers

•Ayo Dosunmu and James Augustine are among eight new Athletics Hall of Fame inductees.
•The official induction ceremony takes place on Saturday, Sept. 12.
•James Augustine was a contributor to the 2005 Illinois Final Four team.
•Ayo Dosunmu currently plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
•Six other individuals from football, soccer, volleyball, and golf are also being inducted.

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10:28 PMYahoo Sports — Illini basketball greats reflect on hall of fame induction

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – The University of Illinois is set to induct eight new members into its Athletics Hall of Fame. The group includes two former Illinois men’s basketball players. Ayo Dosunmu and James Augustine will receive one of the school’s highest athletic honors when going into the Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame on Saturday, […]
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