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First official practice of Ryan Pedon era as Illinois State gets ready for Nov. 7 season opener
Ryan Pedon knew his first official practice as a head coach was a special day, but the next 40 days until Illinois State's basketball opener against Western Illinois will be crucial in getting ready for the long season ahead.
Pedon was the "offensive coordinator" at Ohio State before taking the ISU job. He said he'll continue in that role with the Redbirds along with assistant Andrew Dakich.
Assistant coach Walter Offutt will be in charge of the defense. Pedon said his other assistant, Rob Judson, will help Offutt and also take the lead in scouting opponents and how the staff divides those responsibilities.
"Rob will provide a little bit on both sides of the ball," said Pedon, as Judson begins his second tour of duty with ISU. "His wisdom and knowledge and feel for the game and experience speaks for