March 20, 2003
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Western Kentucky's Patrick Sparks, center, cuts between Illinois players Roger Powell, left, and James Augustine for a shot in the first half.

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Illinois forward James Augustine is fouled by Western Kentucky's Caleb Halcomb as he goes up for a shot in the first half.

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Illinois guard Dee Brown reacts after scoring a basket and getting fouled during the first half against Western Kentucky.

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Illinois forward Brain Cook battles for a lose ball againts Western Kentucky's Patrick Sparks, right, during the second half.

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Illinois forward Brain Cook battles for a lose ball againts Western Kentucky's Patrick Sparks, right, during the second half.

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Western Kentucky's Nate Williams walks off the court following their 65-60 loss to Illinois in the first round of the NCAA West Regionals.

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Lisa Kozarovich of Kokomo, Ind. shows support for her team, Western Kentucky and the troops as Western Kentucky played Illinois.

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Photos Courtesy Associated Press