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Taris Thornton, former Willowbrook High School standout, played on Thursday, January 11 in NCAA D1 game

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By East Central Reporter

On Thursday, January 11, former Willowbrook High School standout, Taris Thornton’s current college team, the Eastern Illinois Panthers, lost 67-69 in their NCAA D1 game against the Morehead State Eagles.

The game took place in Charleston, Illinois. This was the first matchup against the Morehead State Eagles this season.

The Eastern Illinois Panthers’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, January 13 at 1 p.m. in Charleston, Illinois.

Name: Taris Thornton

Position: Forward

Hometown: Chicago

Height: 6′0″

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