East St. Louis High School standout CJ Jones’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Sunday, February 11

UIC Flames Coach Luke Yaklich (2024) | UIC Flames

By Chicago City Wire

Feb 12, 2024

On Sunday, February 11, former East St. Louis High School standout, CJ Jones’ current college team, the UIC Flames, won 71-65 in their NCAA D1 game against the Northern Iowa Panthers.

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois. This was the second matchup against the Northern Iowa Panthers this season.

The UIC Flames’ next game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 14 at 7 p.m. in Peoria, Illinois.

Name: CJ Jones

Position: Guard

Hometown: East St. Louis

Height: 6′5″

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