Per a report by The News-Gazette, Champaign Central basketball coach and former Illini assistant coach Wayne McClain has passed away:
URBANA — Wayne McClain, the former Illinois assistant basketball coach and state-champion head coach at Peoria Manual, died Wednesday. He was 59.
Mr. McClain, the boys’ basketball coach at Champaign Central, was hospitalized earlier this week in the intensive-care unit, suffering from pneumonia.
He is survived by his wife Robin, son Sergio, daughter Brindeshie and grandson Sergio Jr.
Updated: 2:40 p.m.
Here’s a statement from Champaign Unit 4 Schools:
Today our Unit 4 Family was saddened to learn that Central High School Basketball Coach Wayne McClain has passed away. This is a tremendous loss for not only our students, staff, and families, but for the community. Coach McClain influenced the lives of many during his time at Central, and impacted so many more during his long, successful coaching career. We offer our condolences and support to the McClain Family and will be offering support to staff and students during this difficult time.