Doug Altenberger is returning to the field of broadcasting after a 16-year hiatus in which he spent more time with his family. The former Illini guard will join Brian Barnhart on the radio for 14 Illinois men’s basketball games this winter. The News-Gazette’s STEVE BOURBON caught up with Altenberger this week to hear his thoughts on this year’s Illini, look back at his playing career and talk about the Cubs’ World Series chances:
How were you approached about announcing games for the Illini this season?
I got a call from Kent Brown in the Sports Information Department, and he asked if I was open to doing some games this year.