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On Wednesday, February 7, former East St. Louis High School standout CJ Jones’ college team won in an NCAA D1 game

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UIC Flames Coach Luke Yaklich (2024) | UIC Flames

UIC Flames Coach Luke Yaklich (2024) | UIC Flames

On Wednesday, February 7, former East St. Louis High School standout, CJ Jones’ current college team, the UIC Flames, won 61-56 in their NCAA D1 game against the Illinois State Redbirds.

The game took place in Normal, Illinois. This was the second matchup against the Illinois State Redbirds this season.

The UIC Flames’ next game is scheduled for Sunday, February 11 at 3 p.m. in Chicago, Illinois.

Name: CJ Jones
Position: Guard
Hometown: East St. Louis
Height: 6′5″

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