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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor

Hello! I’m Adam and I’m a senior majoring in journalism. I’m one of the assistant sports editors, and this is my second year with The DI. I love to talk about sports, so if you have any questions or desire to talk about a random athlete from 10 years ago or why Messi > Ronaldo, contact me at my email below!

Meatball sub sandwich from Mia Za's Cafe

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By Adam Rosen, Summer Editor • May 22, 2023
Painting of the hero of "Tears of the Kingdom", Link, staring over a cliff.

Column | ’The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ outshines its masterpiece predecessor

By Adam Rosen, Summer Editor • May 22, 2023
Illinois baseball closes regular season with series win

Illinois baseball closes regular season with series win

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 20, 2023

Illinois baseball wraps up regular season at home

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 17, 2023

Illinois baseball drops final Big Ten series to Rutgers

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 14, 2023

Illinois baseball ends Big Ten play at Rutgers

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 12, 2023
Sophomore Ryan Moerman dusts himself off after stealing second base against Indiana on April 14. Moerman smokes a walk-off homer for a 10-9 win.

Illinois baseball sweeps Big Ten powerhouse Michigan State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 7, 2023
Infielder Ryan Moerman up to bat in the 6th inning for game 2 of Illinois' 3 game series against Minnesota on April 22.

Illinois baseball plays Michigan State in pivotal series

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 4, 2023
Former UI student arrested for threatening social media post

Former UI student arrested for threatening social media post

By Lisa Chasanov, Maaike Niekerk and Adam Rosen • May 3, 2023
Third baseman Branden Comia flies out to right field in the bottom of the seventh inning against Eastern Illinois on April 18.

Illinois baseball drops rematch with Indiana State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 3, 2023

Illinois baseball enters homestretch in road rematch with Indiana State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • May 2, 2023

Illinois football displays historic showing in 2023 NFL draft

By Conor Blount and Adam Rosen • May 1, 2023
Quarter back Tommy Devito throws the ball back-and-forth prior to the second half of Nov. 5's game against Michigan State. Devito was drafted on Saturday to play for his home state's New York Giants.

Former Illinois quarterback Tommy DeVito signs with home state New York Giants

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 29, 2023

Denver Broncos sign former Illini Alex Palczewski as undrafted free agent

By Adam Rosen and Conor Blount • April 29, 2023
#93 Defensive line Calvin Avery pushes off off Michigan State on Nov. 5 during Dads Day. Avery signed with the Vikings during the NFL Draft on Saturday as a undrafted free agent.

Former Illinois defensive tackle Calvin Avery signs with Minnesota Vikings as undrafted free agent

By Adam Rosen and Conor Blount • April 29, 2023
Running back Chase Brown plays against Chattanooga during hall of fame weekend on Sept. 22. Brown was selected during the NFL draft on Saturday to join the Cincinnati Bengals in fifth round picks.

Former Illini running back Chase Brown headed to Cincinnati in 5th round

By Conor Blount and Adam Rosen • April 29, 2023
Senior defensive back Sydney Brown on the field during his senior day game against Purdue on Nov. 11. Brown was selected to play for the Eagles during the NFL draft on Friday.

Philadelphia Eagles select former Illini Sydney Brown with 66th pick in 2023 NFL draft

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 28, 2023
Senior defensive back Jartavius Martin locks eyes with his Michigan State opponent during the Dads day game on Nov. 5. Martin was drafted to the Washing Commanders during the second round of NFL drafts on Friday.

Former Illinois football star Quan Martin selected in second round by Washington Commanders

By Adam Rosen and Conor Blount • April 28, 2023
Devon Witherspoon at the NFL Draft on Thursday. Seattle chose Witherspoon as their number five pick in the first round.

Seattle selects Devon Witherspoon with 5th pick in 2023 NFL draft

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 27, 2023
Outside linebacker Alec Bryan yells during a game against Purdue on Nov. 12 as his teammates Shawn Miller, wide receiver and defensive back Devon Witherspoon stand behind him. With the upcoming 2023 NFL draft it is expected for Illini athletes such as Witherspoon to be picked to play in the NFL.

Illinois football set to be well-represented at 2023 NFL draft

By Adam Rosen and Conor Blount • April 26, 2023

Illinois baseball loses late lead in rematch with Bradley

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 25, 2023
Junior infielder Cal Hejza swings at a pitch during a game against Eastern Illinois on April 18. On Tuesday, Illinois will face off at Bradley.

Illinois baseball looks to be Brave against Bradley

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 25, 2023
Catcher Jacob Schroeder settles into the batters box for his at-bat in the bottom of the seventh inning against Eastern Illinois on April 18. The Illini finished the game with a 9-3 win on date.

Illinois baseball sweeps Minnesota in epic fashion

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 23, 2023

Illinois baseball hosts Minnesota in final series of homestand

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 21, 2023
Center fielder Cam McDonald flies out to right field in the bottom of the eighth inning. Tuesday's contest marked McDonald's 200th game as an Illini.

Illinois baseball falls to Eastern Illinois in 12 innings

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 18, 2023
Ryan Moerman keeps an eye out after stealing second base on Friday. The Illini will be facing off against Easter Illinois on Tuesday, so far the team has not been doing so well with their recent fourth series loss.

Illinois baseball hosts neighboring Eastern Illinois in midweek matchup

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 18, 2023
Redshirt junior Jacob Schroeder prepares to swing at the batting plate against Michigan on Apr. 2. Schroeder hit a 415-foot home run against Indiana on Saturday, unfortunately, the Illini suffered another loss that day.

Illinois baseball drops 2 of 3 to league-best Indiana

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 15, 2023

Illinois baseball looks to pull off massive upset over Big Ten leader Indiana

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 14, 2023

Illinois baseball crushes Illinois State in 2nd meeting

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 11, 2023
Redshirt junior infielder Brody Harding (left) high-fives sophomore infielder Ryan Moerman during a game against ISU on April 4. The Illini will travel to Bloomington-Normal to face off against the Redbirds on Tuesday.

Illinois baseball looks to rebound with away rematch against Illinois State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 11, 2023
The Illini huddle together during a game facing off Michigan on Apr. 1. Despite taking a lead against Northwestern on Easter Sunday, Northwestern took the lead from the Illini which ended in their victory.

Illinois baseball drops 2 of 3 in Evanston

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 9, 2023

Illinois baseball travels to Evanston for Big Ten battle

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 7, 2023
Sophomore infielder Ryan Moorman hits a ground ball in the bottom of the third inning.

Illinois baseball drops home game to Illinois State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 4, 2023

Illinois baseball hosts 1st of 2 games against Illinois State

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 4, 2023
Head baseball coach Dan Hartleb leaves the dugout to walk to the bullpen in the middle of the fourth inning during the game against Michigan on Saturday, Apr. 1. Hartleb broke the program record for wins (519) the following day.

Dan Hartleb swings for Illinois program record

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 3, 2023
Freshman pitcher Julius Sanchez hands over the ball in the top of the second inning during the game against Michigan on Saturday. Michigan scored three runs during the inning, and their early lead contributed to a loss for Illinois with a final score of 10-5.

Illinois drops 2 of 3 in home series against Michigan

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • April 2, 2023

Illinois baseball hosts Michigan in Big Ten tournament rematch

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 31, 2023

Illinois gives up Braggin’ Rights to Missouri in 6-5 loss

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 28, 2023

Illinois, Missouri baseball set for neutral site match-up

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 28, 2023

Illinois drops 2 of 3 in conference opening series against Nebraska

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 26, 2023

History lies on the line with Illinois’ first Big Ten play at Nebraska

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 24, 2023
Catcher Ryan Hampe starts to the run after successfully hitting ap pitch on May 14 against Nebraska. The Illini performed a good batting game against Bradley resulting in a 6-4 win.

Illinois baseball takes down Bradley 6-4 in one game series

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 21, 2023
First Baseman/Catcher Kellen Sarver enjoying his time on the field during a home game against Miami on May. 5. Starting with a slow start behind the Saluskis, the Illini managed to push their plays as the game intensified leading to a 2-3 victory for the Illini.

Illinois baseball takes two of three games against Southern Illinois in neutral site series

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 19, 2023

Transfer portal, new faces infuse Illinois baseball with fresh opportunities for 2023

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • March 19, 2023

Illinois baseball travels to Mississippi for three-game set against Southern Illinois

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 17, 2023

Illinois baseball drops home opener to Indiana State in extra innings

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 15, 2023

Illinois baseball hosts Indiana State for first home game of 2023 season

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 15, 2023

Illinois baseball splits series with Coastal Carolina in final matchup of road trip

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 12, 2023
Distance track and field senior Olivia Howell on award placement stands during the NCAA indoor championships on Saturday. Howell earned first for the Indoor Miler run during the NCAA championships, breaking a facility record for her first championship with the Illini.

Olivia Howell claims national title at NCAA indoor championships

By Adam Rosen, Assistant Sports Editor • March 11, 2023
Right hand pitcher Joe Glassey throws a swift pitch on Saturday. The Illini end Coastal Carolina matches and prepare for home opener game against Indiana on Wednesday.

Illinois baseball concludes road stretch with series at Coastal Carolina

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • March 10, 2023

Illinois baseball wins series against Sam Houston despite game three collapse

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • March 5, 2023

Illinois baseball prepares for second straight southern trip with weekend series against Sam Houston

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • March 2, 2023

Illinois baseball comes out on top in series against No. 18 Southern Mississippi

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • February 27, 2023
Guard R.J. Melendez gets the ball to the opposing side of the court on Thursday. Melendez showed growth in his role for the team during his play time against Ohio on Sunday.

Player grades from Illinois men’s basketball’s loss to Ohio State

By Carson Gourdie and Adam Rosen • February 26, 2023
Junior infielder Drake Westcott follows through on a swing during a game against Nebraska on May 14. The Illini are currently 2-2 and this weekend, they will face off against the Golden Eagles of Southern Mississippi.

Illinois baseball prepares for three-game series against No. 18 Southern Mississippi

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • February 24, 2023

Illinois baseball splits opening weekend in North Carolina

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • February 20, 2023
Senior infielder/outfielder Cam McDonald follows through on a swing during a game against Northwestern on April 16, 2022. During last season, McDonald set the record for most consecutive games on base.

Expectations compound for Illinois baseball’s 2023 season

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • January 20, 2023
Block I fans during game against Minnesota on Oct. 15. Illini fans speak on the impact of the university's football team and the past season prior to the ReliaQuest Bowl.

Fans voice thoughts before Illinois football’s ReliaQuest Bowl game in Tampa

By Conor Blount and Adam Rosen • December 27, 2022
Outside hitter/right side Jessica Nunge sends the ball to the opposing team during homecoming week on Oct. 3, 2021. Nunge and the rest of the Illini celebrate senior weekend and two victories continuing the team's winning streak.

Illinois volleyball triumphs on senior weekend with two big wins

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • November 20, 2022
The Illinois volleyball team cheer on the court during their match up against Minnesota on Nov. 6.

Illinois volleyball celebrates seniors with final home matches of the season

By Drew Friberg and Adam Rosen • November 18, 2022
Setter Brooke Mosher jumps to spike the ball against Maryland on Sept. 23. The Illini defeated Michigan State Spartans on and Michigan Wolverines during the team's Big Ten matches during today and Friday.

Illinois volleyball earn two much-needed victories on road

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • November 12, 2022

Illinois volleyball hosts another top-10 match against No. 9 Minnesota

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • November 5, 2022
Libero/defensive specialist Carolina Barnes rushes to save the ball from Purdue on Sept. 30. Despite the Illini's recent defeat against Wisconsin today the team intends to keep a positive mindset towards the future of this season.

No. 3 Wisconsin volleyball sweeps Illinois in second meeting this season

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • November 3, 2022
Senior middle blocker Rylee Hinton smacks the ball over the net during the game against No. 11 Penn State on Oct. 26.

Illinois volleyball welcomes defending NCAA champ No. 3 Wisconsin to Champaign

By Drew Friberg and Adam Rosen • November 3, 2022
Redshirt senior Diana Brown (5) and senior middle blocker Kennedy Collins (1) attempt to block the ball against Maryland on Sept. 23.

Illinois volleyball picks up second win of the week with 3-1 win over Rutgers

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 30, 2022
Redshirt senior setter Diana Brown goes to set the ball during the game against Northwestern on Sept. 24.

‘We just did that’: Illinois volleyball knocks off No. 11 Penn State in midweek home thriller

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 26, 2022
Senior middle blocker Kennedy Collins prepares to hit the ball over the net during the first set against No. 3 Nebraska on Saturday. The Illini falls to the Cornhuskers, 3-0.

Illinois falls to No. 3 Nebraska in a sold-out Huff Hall, falls to 4-6 in conference play

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 22, 2022
Outside Hitter/Right Side Jessica Nunge jumps towards the ball to an attempt a spike against Nebraska on Nov. 4. Jessica Nunge played on the court for the first time since non-conference however, the Illini still suffered a defeat from Ohio State on Wednesday.

Illinois volleyball falls below .500, gets swept by No. 6 Ohio State

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 19, 2022
Senior middle blocker Rylee Hinton goes to hit the ball over the net during Illinois' match up against Rutgers on Wednesday.

‘We will get there’: Illinois volleyball falls to No. 10 Minnesota, continues tough Big Ten slate

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 15, 2022
Senior middle blocker Kennedy Collins (1) and redshirt freshman setter Brooke Mosher (22) go to block the ball during the game against Rutgers on Wednesday. The Illini sweep the Scarlet Knights, 3-0.

Illinois sweeps Rutgers in midweek Big Ten bout

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 12, 2022
Opposite/outside hitter Kayla Burbage jumps to spike the ball towards the opposing Maryland on Sept. 23. Burbage speaks on gaining practice over her serve after a 3-0 sweep from the Illini against Maryland on Friday.

Illinois women’s volleyball splits weekend on both sides of sweeps, win over Maryland and loss to No. 13 Penn State

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 9, 2022
The Illinois volleyball team celebrates during one of their sets against Purdue on Friday. The Illini lose both games against the Badgers and Boilermakers over the weekend.

Heartbreaking weekend sees Illinois women’s volleyball lose two five-set thrillers to top-10 opposition

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • October 2, 2022
Junior outside hitter Raina Terry prepares to hit the ball during the game against Maryland on Friday. The Illini won both back-to-back home games against Maryland, 3-1, and sweeping Northwestern, 3-0.

Terry shines as Illinois volleyball earns two home wins in first conference weekend of season

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • September 24, 2022
Middle blocker Kennedy Collins goes for a spike against Villanova on Sept. 10. The Illini suffered a 2-3 loss during the last two nonconference matches of the season on Saturday.

Illinois volleyball falls to Illinois State and No. 19 Marquette in final nonconference games of season

By Adam Rosen, Contributing Writer • September 17, 2022
The Illinois volleyball team huddle on the court during the match against Colorado on Sept. 3. The Illini swept Eastern Illinois, 3-0, on Wednesday.

Illini sweep Panthers in in-state duel

By Adam Rosen, Contributing Writer • September 14, 2022
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