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A look at how each of the Illini's "Super Six" freshmen fared this season:

Adrienne GodBold (18.2 minutes per game, 6.0 points per game)

Comment: Playing time has dropped lately, and she has struggled with turnovers (2.6 per game). But her athleticism has created trouble for opponents. Raw but improving.

Brianna Jones (5.3 minutes, 0.8 points)

Comment: Jenna Smith's backup before a late-November Achilles injury set her back. She never seemed comfortable on offensive end. Remains prime candidate to play key role next season.

Kersten Magrum (14.8 minutes, 4.0 points)

Comment: Has come out of nowhere to play a major role, starting last nine games. Has a high basketball IQ and is willing to perform any role. Shot 42 percent with strong midrange jumper.

Amber Moore (one game, ACL injury)

Comment: The team's top long-range shooter tore her ACL in first game, had surgery in December and should be ready for start of next season.

Karisma Penn (28.9 minutes, 10.9 points)

Comment: Big Ten All-Freshman team selection. Averaged 5.4 rebounds. Figures to be the top offensive option in 2010-11 season.

Destiny Williams (one game, transferred)

Comment: McDonald's All-American never meshed with her teammates. Will become eligible at Baylor at the semester break in December 2010.