IL HR1297

Honors former Fighting Illini men's basketball assistant coach Wayne McClain, who passed away on October 15, 2014.

Recognizes McClain's 18-year tenure as assistant coach at Manual High School in Peoria under Dick Van Scyoc, helping the Rams achieve 4 consecutive State titles beginning in 1994.

Details McClain's accomplishments as Manual High School head coach from 1995-1999, including 3 consecutive State championships, a 94-5 record over 3 seasons, and National High School Coach of the Year in 1997.

Acknowledges McClain's 11-year coaching career at the University of Illinois from 2001-2012 under Bill Self and Bruce Weber, contributing to 4 Big Ten championships and a National Championship game appearance.

Designates January 15, 2015 as "Wayne McClain Day" in Illinois and directs a copy of the resolution be presented to his family.