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On Saturday, January 6, former Saline High School standout Griffin Yaklich’s 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 Saturday, January 6, former Saline High School standout, Griffin Yaklich’s current college team, the UIC Flames, won 70-64 in their NCAA D1 game against the Valparaiso Beacons.

The game took place in Chicago, Illinois. This was the first matchup against the Valparaiso Beacons this season.

The UIC Flames’ next game is scheduled for Wednesday, January 10 at 7 p.m. in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Name: Griffin Yaklich
Position: Guard
Hometown: Joliet
Height: 6′6″

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