Hall of Fame
Anthony Allison is one of Illinois Central College's most decorated men's basketball student-athletes, starring for the Cougars from 1992–1994. A dominant scorer and efficient leader, he recorded five 40-point games in 1994 and set ICC's all-time field-goal percentage record at 62%, a mark that has stood for more than 30 years. His exceptional play earned him NJCAA All-American honors and solidified his place among the program's greats. Allison continued his success at NCAA Division I Valparaiso University, helping the Crusaders win back-to-back Mid-Continent Conference championships and reach their first NCAA Tournament in 1996, the same year he was named Mid-Continent Player of the Year. He graduated from Valparaiso with a degree in Elementary Education.
Allison went on to a 13-year professional basketball career in Europe, winning two national championships in Finland and showcasing his talent on the international stage. Following his playing career, he transitioned into the automotive manufacturing industry, where he has spent 22 years and currently serves as a Plant Manager in Huntsville, Alabama. His leadership style continues to reflect the discipline and teamwork learned through athletics. Anthony Allison embodies the excellence and lifelong impact of Illinois Central College athletics, making him a worthy inductee into the ICC Athletics Hall of Fame.
