On Tuesday, January 30, former Park Center Senior High standout Dain Dainja’s college team won in an NCAA D1 game

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By Chambana Sun

Jan 31, 2024

On Tuesday, January 30, former Park Center Senior High standout, Dain Dainja’s current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, won 87-75 in their NCAA D1 game against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The game took place in Columbus, Ohio. This was the first matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes this season.

The Illinois Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Sunday, February 4 at 5:30 p.m. in Champaign, Illinois.

Name: Dain Dainja

Position: Center|Forward

Hometown: Brooklyn Park

Height: 6′9″

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