Champaign On Ice: An Illinois Basketball Podcast

Kyle Tausk and Mike Farmer share their thoughts and biggest takeaways from the Illini's first two games of the regular season, including their first impressions of the star freshman class. The guys also discuss the surprising news of Ty Rodgers deciding to redshirt. FOLLOW us on X: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Download the Bet MGM app an...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's 91-74 loss in their charity exhibition game vs Ole Miss, sharing their biggest takeaways, causes for concern, and reasons for optimism as the regular season approaches. FOLLOW us on X: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus code "FIEL...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap an active Illini basketball offseason by breaking down Illinois' 2024-25 roster. The guys share their thoughts and expectations for each player and discuss who they're most excited about heading into the new season. FOLLOW us on X: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Download the Bet MGM...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss what's to come for the Illini during the offseason, including who they expect to return to the roster and what Brad Underwood and Co.'s biggest transfer portal needs are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection a...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's hard-fought victory over Iowa State in the Sweet 16 and another dominant Terrence Shannon Jr. performance. They also discuss what the formula needs to be for Illinois to take down defending champion UConn and reach the Final Four. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss the Illini's dominant victory over Duquesne to reach the program's first Sweet 16 since 2005 and preview an incredible offense vs defense clash against Iowa State. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) discuss the Illini's 85-69 win over Morehead State in the Round of 64 behind a second half surge. They also preview their Round of 32 matchup against Duquesne and if it's finally the year Illinois can advance to the Sweet 16. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Purchase T...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's NCAA Tournament draw and how the East Region stacks up compared to others. The guys also preview Illinois' Round of 64 opponent Morehead State. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify   Purchase The Almanac here Download the Bet MGM app and use bonus cod...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) react to Illinois winning the Big Ten Championship and break down their biggest takeaways from its electrifying run through Ohio State, Nebraska and Rutgers. The guys also discuss Terrence Shannon's historic run of dominance and what it means heading into the NCAA Tournament. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the final week of the Illinois regular season, including a heartbreaking loss to Purdue and a bounce back win over Iowa. The guys also reflect on the Illini's regular season as a whole and discuss their upcoming Big Ten Tournament draw. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Spo...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's high-scoring week that included wins over Minnesota and Wisconsin and discuss whether or not offense alone will be enough for the team to make a run in March. The guys also preview Tuesday's massive matchup against Purdue in Champaign. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Apple...

Kyle Tausk and Mike Farmer discuss an up-and-down week of Illinois basketball that included an epic melt down against Penn State and a bounce back victory over Iowa. The guys share their thoughts on if the Illini bench should factor more into the rotation going forward after Brad Underwood went deep into his subs to beat the Hawkeyes. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer  ...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's first win at Maryland since 2011 and how encouraging it was for Illinois to close out a close road game. The guys also discuss the NCAA Tournament committee's bracket reveal placing the Illini as a 4 seed and whether or not the Big Ten title race is back on after Purdue's loss. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle T...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's 88-80 loss against Michigan State and what led to their late game collapse that saw them squander an 8-point lead. The guys discuss how problematic the current version of the Illini's defense has become and what lies ahead next week. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: App...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's overtime win that nearly wasn't against Nebraska along with a road victory over Ohio State that moves them into second place in the Big Ten. The guys discuss the recent emergence of Ty Rodgers, the Illini's tournament resume, and why Illinois has struggled so much at home. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap a bit of a sluggish week for Illinois that included an overtime loss to Northwestern and a narrow escape of Indiana. The guys break down why Terrence Shannon still looks so rusty, what's led to a defensive drop-off in January, and the importance of capitalizing on a favorable upcoming February schedule. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ic...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) react to Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return to the Illini basketball program following a federal judge's ruling and his performance in a dominant win over Rutgers. The guys discuss where his impact will be felt the most, other players that have elevated their game during his absence, and whether or not his presence makes Illinois a true Big Ten title...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) share their level of concern going forward after Illinois suffers a bad home loss at the hands of Maryland. The guys also discuss where the Illini stack up in this year's Big Ten and the importance of taking care of business in a favorable upcoming schedule. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Ap...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) share their thoughts on the recent developments involving Terrence Shannon Jr. following his indefinite suspension after being charged with rape. They discuss the keys to Illinois having success without him, recap the Illini's first game following the news against FDU and preview two important Big Ten matchups with Northwestern and Purdue. FOLLOW...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) answer five questions about the Illini basketball team after the first third of the season heading into the holidays and conference play. The guys also recap Illinois' 74-57 victory over Colgate and preview the annual Braggin' Rights game against Missouri. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the Podcast: Appl...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's action-packed week that included a thrilling win over Florida Atlantic in the Jimmy V Classic and a missed opportunity on the road against Tennessee. They discuss their overall feelings about the team coming out of the brunt of nonconference play and how good they think this Illinois team currently is and what they hope to...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) break down the Illini's dominant 76-58 victory over Rutgers in their Big Ten opener, including how encouraging the performance was and how Illinois is establishing itself as an elite defensive team. The guys also preview a huge week ahead that includes matchups with Florida Atlantic and Tennessee. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's 71-64 loss to Marquette and what went wrong late in the game on offense. The guys discuss how concerned they are with some of the offensive struggles, which guys have given Illinois a much-needed boost, and who needs to step up for the Illini to win big games in the future. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) recap the Illini's opening week of the regular season! How concerning are the offensive struggles? Is this an elite defensive team? What should we make of Sencire Harris's decision to redshirt? The guys also preview the upcoming showdown between Illinois and Marquette. FOLLOW us on Twitter: Champaign on Ice Kyle Tausk Mike Farmer   LISTEN to the...

Kyle Tausk (@ktausk13) and Mike Farmer (@mikefarmz) are joined by Derek Piper (@DPiper247) from 247 Sports's Illini Inquirer to get you ready for the start of the regular season, sharing his thoughts on the exhibition performances, rotation decisions and keys for the Illini as the head into a tough non-conference schedule. Kyle and Mike also discuss what they'll be looking for during the first wee...