On the recordMarch 20, 2018
Today I proudly honor the Belleville West basketball team for winning the 2018 4A State tournament. It was truly a ``March Madness'' in Peoria, Illinois, this weekend as the Maroons played in a back-and-forth State title game against Whitney Young Dolphins. It took overtime, but Belleville West held off Whitney Young for a 60 to 56 victory to take home the championship trophy. This is the first basketball State title in school history. I extend a heartfelt congratulations to the players, coaches, staff, school officials, families, and friends who supported these young men on this incredible journey. Illinois 12th is proud of you. Go, Maroons. ____________________
