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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

Austin Yattoni

Illinois' Te'Jon Lucas (3) puts up a floater during the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Tuesday, February 21.

[Photo] Breaking down the Illinois Basketball 2017 schedule

Aug 26, 2017
Red, white and blue lights illuminate State Farm Center during the national anthem before the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Tuesday, February 21.

[Photo] Underclassmen will likely see the finished products of football, basketball rebuilds

Aug 20, 2017
Illinois backup quarterback Chayce Crouch (7) looks to pass the ball during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 8. The Illini lost 34-31.

[Photo] Chayce Crouch knows he can be the guy for Illinois football

Aug 31, 2017
The Illinois socer team gathers around Arianna Veland (right center) after she scored a goal at the end of the first half of the game against Missouri at Illinois Soccer Stadium on Friday, August 18. The Illini lost 3-1.

[Photo] Illinois soccer kicks off its season with 1-1 weekend

Aug 24, 2017
Illinois' Kandie Bloch-Jones attemps the high jump during the Orange and Blue meet on Saturday, February 20, 2016. Kandie won the high jump with a height of 1.81 meters.

[Photo] Women’s track season in review

By Meghan Rest, Staff writer • May 7, 2017
Illinois' Louise Kwong returns the ball during the match against DePaul at the Atkins Tennis Center on February 19.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis fails to make NCAA tournament

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois’ Malcolm Hill (21) looks to pass the ball after grabbing a rebound during the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Feb. 21.

[Photo] Illinois fails to make NCAA tournament for another year

By Lucas Wright, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith walks down the sideline during a timeout in the game against Western Michigan at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 17. Illinois would later end the season 3-9.

[Photo] Smith’s first season now behind him

By Cole Henke, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois’ Michael Massey hits the ball during the game against Northwestern at Illinois Field on April 15. The Ilini lost 11-4.

[Photo] Gerber, team surge at end of baseball season

By Thomas Polcyn, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois’ Brandi Donnelly passes the ball during the match against Northwestern at Huff Hall on Oct. 15. The Illini won 3-0. Former head coach Kevin Hambly left the University to coach at Stanford.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball ready to forget about disappointing season

By Jacob Diaz, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois' Dylan Lafond competes in the 3000 meter run during the Orange and Blue meet on February 20, 2016.

[Photo] Men’s cross-country has record-breaking season

By Tatiania Perry, Assistant sports editor • May 8, 2017
Illinois’ Petra Holešínská goes up for a layup during the game against Indiana at State Farm Center Feb. 25.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball moves on with new coach

By James Boyd, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Illinois’ Nicole Evans jumps onto home plate after hitting her 52nd career home run, breaking the school record, during the game against Ohio State at Eichelberger Field on Saturday.

[Photo] Illini of the Year: Nicole Evans

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • May 8, 2017
Former Illinois head coach John Groce shouts instructions to his team from the sideline during the game against Iowa at State Farm Center on Wednesday, January 25. The Illini won 76-64.

[Photo] Quick Commentary: A year in review

By Courtney Boyer and Isabella Winkler • May 8, 2017
The Illinois softball team runs out to celebrate Nicole Evans breaking the school home run record against Ohio State at Eichelberger Field on Saturday, May 6.

[Photo] Evans breaks home run record as Illinois drops weekend series against Ohio State

May 7, 2017
Illinois' Nicole Evans (40) hits her 52nd career home run, breaking the school record, against Ohio State at Eichelberger Field on Saturday, May 6.

[Photo] Illinois softball seeded fourth in conference tournament

May 8, 2017
Illinois' starting pitcher Breanna Wonderly (20) delivers a pitch against Ohio State at Eichelberger Field on Saturday, May 6.

[Photo] Illinois softball wins on Evans’ walk-off

May 19, 2017
Illinois starting pitcher Cyrillo Watson (22) delivers a pitch against Maryland at Illinois Field on Saturday, May 6.

[Photo] Illinois baseball walks off to win game and series agianst No. 24 Maryland

May 7, 2017
Illinois’ Naya Crittenden recorded 235 kills in the 2016 regular season. Crittenden spent her first two collegiate two seasons at Oregon, where misconduct forced her to transfer.

[Photo] Appreciate campus memorabilia

By Saketh Vasamsetti, Columnist • May 3, 2017
Pat McInerney takes a swing against Penn State on March 27, 2016 at Illinois Field.

[Photo] Illinois baseball heads to SIU for final weekday matchup

May 2, 2017
Michael Massey comes into home against Western Michigan at Illinois Field on April 18.

[Photo] Massey wins Big Ten Freshman of the Week for second-straight week

May 2, 2017
Louis Kwong hits a backhand against Michigan State on April. 24, 2016. Ohio State knocked out Illinois in the Big Ten tournament this past weekend.

[Photo] Women’s tennis falls to Ohio State in Big Ten tournament semis

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • May 1, 2017
Aron Hiltzik hits a backhand against Michigan State on April 15. Michigan eliminated Illinois from the conference tournament this past weekend. They have 10 days to recuperate before NCAA.

[Photo] Men’s tennis falls in Big Ten semifinals

By Brian Binz, Staff writer • May 1, 2017
Illinois’ Jack Yalowitz hits a single against Western Michigan at Illinois Field on April 18. The Illini swept a double-header in their series win against Minnesota.

[Photo] Illini sweep doubleheader in series win against Minnesota

By Thomas Polcyn, Staff writer • May 1, 2017
Illinois defensive lineman Dawuane Smoot tackles Michigan State quarterback Tyler O’Connor at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 5, 2016. The Jacksonville Jaguars selected Smoot in the third round of this year’s NFL Draft.

[Photo] Smoot drafted, five sign as free agents

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • May 1, 2017
Illini plays against Indiana State on April 5.

[Photo] Illinois baseball to face tough weekend in Minnesota

Apr 29, 2017
Illinois' Madie Baillon swings for the ball during the match against Nebraska at the Atkin's Tennis Center on Sunday, April 3.

[Photo] Research Park start-up receives $750,000 from NASA

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • Apr 26, 2017
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[Photo] Former Underwood assistant charged with corruption

Sep 27, 2017
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[Photo] Illini Of The Week: Aleks Vukic

Apr 26, 2017
Illinois first baseman Alyssa Gunther gets ready to catch the ball during game two of the series against Nebraska at Eichelberger Field on Saturday, April 2.

[Photo] Slap hitters provide key to Illinois success

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 23, 2017
Aleks Vukic serves against Michigan State at on April 15, 2016. Ohio State defeated Illinois this past weekend 4-2.

[Photo] Vukic beats No. 1 player; team falls to Ohio State

By Brian Binz, Staff writer • Apr 23, 2017
Illinois starting pitcher Breanna Wonderly delivers a pitch against Minnesota on April 1.

[Photo] Illinois softball wins two of three at Nebraska

By James Boyd, Staff writer • Apr 23, 2017
Illinois’ relief pitcher Charlie Naso throws a fastball against St. Louis University at Illinois Field in 2015. Naso is now at the widely popular company Barstool Sports.

[Photo] Illinois’ bulldog of Barstool

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • Apr 23, 2017
Illinois' Nicole Evans hits a single against Butler at Eichelberger Field on Wednesday, April 19.

[Photo] Illinois’ bats stay hot against Butler

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 19, 2017
Illinois catcher Mark Skonieczny catches a third strike against Western Michigan at Illinois Field on Tuesday. Illinois travels to Purdue this weekend to inch closer to a .500 record.

[Photo] Illinois baseball continues hot streak into weekend at Purdue

Apr 19, 2017
Illinois’ Louise Kwong hits a backhand against DePaul at the Atkins Tennis Center on Feb. 19. The Illini will face Michigan State and Michigan this weekend, where head coach Evan Clark looks for a win.

[Photo] Clark looks for team to finish strong

Apr 19, 2017
Illinois’ Leigh Farina sprints to first after putting down a bunt against Butler at Eichelberger Field on Wednesday. Farina earned Illini of the Week honors after her performance against Michigan State last weekend.

[Photo] Illinois softball’s Farina has always been a playmaker

Apr 19, 2017
Illinois' Michael Massey (6) celebrates with his teammates after hitting a home run against Western Michigan at Illinois Field on April 18.

[Photo] Illinois routs Western Michigan behind three home runs

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • Apr 18, 2017
Illinois right fielder Maddi Doane catches a fly ball against Minnesota at Eichelberger Field on April 1.

[Photo] Illinois softball to play Butler, Nebraska this week

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 19, 2017
Illinois Athletics, Colleges Against Cancer, Illini Pride and the American Cancer Society will be hosting a cancer fundraiser on April 28 at Eichelberger Field. The fundraiser features various sports-themed activities for the purchase of a $5 ticket, which includes entry to the Illinois vs. Wisconsin softball game after the event.

[Photo] Illinois Athletics co-hosts fundraiser to battle cancer

By Daily Illini Staff Report • Apr 18, 2017
Illinois’ Aron Hiltzik gets ready to return a ball against Wisconsin at the Atkins Tennis Center on April 3.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis get pair of road wins in Hiltzik’s return

By Brian Binz, Staff writer • Apr 16, 2017
Illinois' Jack Yalowitz gets ready to hit against Northwestern at Illinois Field on April 15.

[Photo] Illini baseball takes rubber match with Northwestern

By Thomas Polcyn, Staff writer • Apr 16, 2017
Illinois’ Madie Baillon gets ready to return a ball against Nebraska at the Atkins Tennis Center on April 3. The Illini lost to Ohio State and defeated Penn State this past weekend.

[Photo] Homestand puts Illini above .500

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • Apr 16, 2017
Illinois' Meagan McNicholas (center) cheers on her team from the sideline during the game against Indiana at State Farm Center on Saturday, February 25.

[Photo] Is there anything Meagan McNicholas can’t do?

By Jacob Diaz, Staff writer • Apr 16, 2017
Illinois' Dan Rowbottom (19) hits a solo home run against Northwestern at Illinois Field on Saturday, April 15. The Illini lost 11-4.

[Photo] Northwestern pounces on Illinois early in blowout victory

Apr 15, 2017
Illinois' Kiana Sherlund (6) waits for the pitch during the game against SIUE at Eichelberger Field on Wednesday, April 12. The Ilini won 5-2.

[Photo] Illinois softball picks up home victory

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 13, 2017
Illinois' Louise Kwong hits a backhand against Nebraska at the Atkin's Tennis Center on April 3. With a two-match winning streak, Illinois hosts Ohio State and Penn State this weekend.

[Photo] Evans’ impact felt on and off field for Illinois softball

By James Boyd, Staff writer • Apr 12, 2017
Illinois' Vuk Budic returns the ball during the match against Iowa at Atkins Tennis Center on Saturday, April 8.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis reveals the secret of the grunt

By Brian Binz, Staff writer • Apr 12, 2017
Illinois' Aleks Vukic gets ready to return the ball during the match against Wisconsin at the Atkin's Tennis Center on Sunday, April 3.

[Photo] Aleks Vukic earns Big Ten Tennis Athlete of the Week award

Apr 12, 2017
Illinois' Dan Rowbottom (19) takes a swing against Indiana State on Saturday, April 1. Illinois defeated Western Michigan 13-3 Tuesday.

[Photo] Illinois baseball concludes five-game road trip at Illinois State

Apr 11, 2017
Illinois’ Ines Vias returns a ball during against DePaul at the Atkins Tennis Center on Feb. 19.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis defeats Indiana, Purdue

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois’ Kiana Sherlund is introduced against Purdue on April 8, 2017. The team discusses the bond formed between the players as they travel on buses and on planes for games.

[Photo] Kiana Sherlund finds a new home in Champaign

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois’ Alyssa Gunther singles against Purdue at Eichelberger Field. The Illini won 11-4 on Saturday, partially thanks to Nicole Evans’ record-breaking grand slam.

[Photo] Evans breaks RBI record in sweep of Purdue

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois’ Brandon Ngai performs on the pommel horse during the Men’s Big Ten Gymnastics Championships at State Farm Center. He took the title with a score of 14.825.

[Photo] Illinois men’s gymnastics finishes on high note at Big Ten championship

By Will Gerard, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois’ Jack Yalowitz waits for a pitch against Indiana State at Illinois Field on April 1.

[Photo] Illinois salvages series with win at Michigan

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois’ Alex Jesse returns a ball against Iowa at the Atkins Tennis Center on Saturday. Illinois is on a three-game win streak after defeating Iowa and Nebraska.

[Photo] Men’s tennis serves shutout against Nebraska

By Brian Binz, Staff writer • Apr 9, 2017
Illinois' Chandler Eggleston performs on the high bar during the Men's Big Ten Gymnastics Championships at the State Farm Center on April 7, 2017.

[Photo] Illinois men's gymnastics finishes third at NCAA championships

Apr 21, 2018
Illinois' Louise Kwong gets ready to return the ball during the match against Nebraska at the Atkin's Tennis Center on Sunday, April 3.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis looks to bounce back against Indiana and Purdue

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • Apr 5, 2017
Illinois' Doran Turchin (20) runs to first base during the game against Bradley at Illinois Field on Tuesday, March 28.

[Photo] Oooh Wee Sweet Tea business gives back to black community

By Taylor Howard, Contributing Writer • Apr 5, 2017
A photo of Foellinger Auditorium in the snow on Dec. 4. University’s Winter Session will be effective in the 2017-2018 academic year.

[Photo] University makes winter session an official academic term

By Luke Cooper and Sabrina Yan • Apr 5, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith walks down the sideline during a timeout in the the game against Western Michigan at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 17. Smith made his first signing of the class of 2018, Peoria Quarterback and three-star recruit Coran Taylor, Monday.

[Photo] Top in-state quarterback for class of 2018 commits to Illinois

By Gavin Good, Assistant sports editor • Apr 4, 2017
Illinois starting pitcher Ty Weber (7) delivers the pitch during the game against Indiana State at Illinois Field on Saturday, April 1.

[Photo] Illinois baseball ready for rematch with Mizzou

By Thomas Polcyn, Staff writer • Apr 4, 2017
Illinois’ Ines Vias prepares to return the ball against Nebraska on Sunday. Vias and senior Louise Kwong lost their doubles match against Iowa’s Elise Van Heuvelen and Adorabol Huckleby.

[Photo] Illinois beats Iowa, loses against Nebraska

By Christian Evans, Staff writer • Apr 2, 2017
Illinois’ Sarah Lyons celebrates after her performance on the uneven bars during the NCAA Regional at the State Farm Center on Saturday. The Illini placed fourth as a team with a score of 195.875. It was a close competition, with Illinois battling with Oregon on the vault for third place.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics team finishes its season at regionals

By Danielle Williams, Staff writer • Apr 2, 2017
Illinois’ Annie Fleming takes a swing against Minnesota on Saturday. The Illini left the series with one win.

[Photo] Illinois leaves series with one win, ends losing streak against Minnesota

By Erich Fisher, Staff writer • Apr 2, 2017
Illinois center fielder Doran Turchin camps under a flyball against Indiana State on Saturday. This sweep of the Sycamores marks the Illini’s third-straight win and first sweep of the 2017 season.

[Photo] Illini get momentum on season with impressive sweep against Sycamores

By Stephen Cohn, Staff writer • Apr 2, 2017
Illinois’ Pat McInerney hits a single to left field during game one of the team's doubleheader against Penn State at Illini Field on Saturday, March 26.

[Photo] University students compete to bring life to the moon

By Kevin Delgado, Staff Writer • Mar 29, 2017
Illinois’ Jack Yalowitz hits a single during game one of the series against St. Louis University at Illinois Field on Friday, April 15. The Illini won 6-4.

[Photo] Phi Mu to move into Alpha Rho Chi house

By Karen Liu, Staff Writer • Mar 29, 2017
Illinois' Isaiah Martinez wrestles with Michigan's Logan Massa in the 165 pound weight class during the match at Huff Hall on Friday, January 20.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling Martinez falls short of third consecutive title

Mar 28, 2017
Illinois' Isaiah Martinez wrestles with Michigan's Logan Massa in the 165 pound weight class during the match at Huff Hall on Friday, January 20. Martinez won by decision and the Illini defeated the Wolverines 34-6.

[Photo] Illinois spring break sports briefs

By Tatiania Perry, Assistant sports editor • Mar 27, 2017
Illinois' Alexis Casati gets ready to return the ball during the match against Nebraska at the Atkin's Tennis Center on Sunday, April 3. The Illini won 4-1.

[Photo] Women’s tennis earns three wins over the weekend

By Gavin Good, Assistant sports editor • Mar 27, 2017
Illinois interim head coach Jamall Walker watches his team from the sideline during the game against Valparaiso at State Farm Center on Tuesday, March 13. The Illini won 82-57.

[Photo] Underwood and Illinois retain Walker on staff

By Matt Gertsmeier, Columnist • Mar 27, 2017
Illinois' Pat McInerney singles against Eastern Illinois on Tuesday, April 5. The senior had a double and drew a walk against Bradley.

[Photo] New location, same results for Illinois baseball over spring break

By Thomas Polcyn, Staff writer • Mar 27, 2017
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