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Brad Underwood implements delegation with coordinators for Illini basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 3:47 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

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Summary

Brad Underwood has officially named Tyler Underwood as the offensive coordinator and Camryn Crocker as the defensive coordinator for the Illinois basketball team. Previously, these roles were somewhat informal, but Underwood stated that this level of delegation has positively impacted his coaching style. He mentioned that not having to call plays every game has allowed him to focus more on broader concepts with his players. This shift in responsibility aims to enhance the team's performance as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Tyler Underwood and Camryn Crocker are named coordinators.
•Brad Underwood feels delegation has benefited his coaching approach.
•The coaching staff meets daily to discuss concepts.
•Brad Underwood emphasizes the importance of singular voices in coaching.

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3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Good Morning, Illini Nation: Delegating works for Underwood

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Nov. 5—Brad Underwood didn't name offensive and defensive coordinators on his staff until last season, with Tyler Underwood running the offense and new hire Camryn Crocker running the defense. Those might have been de facto titles for the younger Underwood and Chester Frazier in previous seasons, but now they're official. It's a level of delegation Brad Underwood said has worked at this stage ...
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