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Illinois women's basketball prioritizes Class of 2027 recruiting efforts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

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Summary

The Illinois women's basketball team is focusing on its recruitment strategy for the Class of 2027 as of September 23. The NCAA's new "5-for-5" eligibility rule adds complexity to roster planning, allowing all athletes to compete for five seasons within a five-year timeframe. Currently, none of Illinois' 15 players are expected to exhaust their eligibility at the end of the 2026-27 season, prompting caution in recruiting., two top targets have committed to other programs, including a center to Texas and a power forward to Ohio State. A four-star guard from Windward High School has emerged as a significant focus of the Illini's recruiting strategy after visiting the campus earlier this month.

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By the Numbers

•Illinois continues to recruit for the Class of 2027 as of September 23.
•The new NCAA eligibility rule allows for extended player participation.
•None of Illinois' current players will exhaust eligibility after 2026-27.
•Two top 2027 recruits have committed to Texas and Ohio State.
•Illinois is focused on a four-star guard following a campus visit.

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2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Green Street Becoming a priority in 2027 class

What they're saying

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Sep. 23—The Illinois women's basketball team has continued to push forward with recruiting the Class of 2027. Even if uncertainties remain. The math is complicated as it relates to the Illini's 2027-28 roster. Why? Because it's possible with the new "5-for-5" age-based eligibility rule the NCAA adopted this summer — where all college athletes are now allowed to play five seasons within a ...
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