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Groce’s perpetual motion moves Illini forward

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Illinois head coach John Groce helped his team get to the next round of the Big Ten Tournament with a win Thursday over Minnesota. Up next: Indiana.

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Illinois head coach John Groce provides direction for the Illini during their last-second win over Minnesota Thursday at the United Center.

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Television doesn't do Illini head coach John Groce justice. You have to stay with him for a few minutes at a time to appreciate his perpetual motion. The man appears to be possessed by intensity. He coaches the Illini with a clenched jaw rather than clenched fists."The biggest thing is just trying to be positive with them, " Groce explained. "Just trying to give them energy."

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