Illini merch in demand at Chicago stores as fans prepare for Final Four match
Fans are making plans and trying to get their hands on Illini merch as the team heads to the Final Four for the first time in 21 years.
Excitement is building for Illinois' first Final Four game in decades. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Fans are making plans and trying to get their hands on merch at Clark Street Sports in Chicago.
If they win the championship, the space will be transformed to orange and blue, Now, the championship gear only exists on a computer screen. The design for the shirts and other gear is top-secret until the game is over. But Jason Careff, a partner of Clark Street Sports, is counting on Illinois to survive the Final Four and come out national champions.
"Illinois has got a win. So, we have an order. We are ready.
I hope they're ready to play. " Caref said. For Illinois alumni this has been a long time coming.