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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 linebacker Del'Shawn Phillips intercepts a pass during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 1. Phillips has been a leader on defense, grabbing two interceptions this season.

[Photo] Team looks to bounce back against Nittany Lions

By Tatiania Perry, Staff writer • September 20, 2018
Illinois kicker Chase McLaughlin practices during a timeout in the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday. McLaughlin went 4-for-4 in the game and is the first kicker in Illini history to have three consecutive games with a 50-plus yard field goal.

[Photo] McLaughlin off to impressive start this season

By Gavin Good, Staff writer • September 20, 2018
Illinois midfielder Arianna Veland passes the ball during the game against Northern Illinois at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Aug. 26. The Illini won 8-0.

[Photo] Soccer thrives, tennis and golf gear up

By Meghan Rest, Assistant Sports Editor • September 17, 2018
Illinois setter Jordyn Poulter (left) and middle blocker Ali Bastianelli (right) attempt to block the ball during the match against Northern Iowa at Huff Hall on Friday. The Illini won 3-0.

[Photo] Energy, teamwork lead Illinois to sweep

By Brian Binz, Staff Writer • September 17, 2018
Illinois running back Mike Epstein runs the ball during the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday. The Illini lost 25-19.

[Photo] Players need to retain confidence despite lows

By Eli Schuster, Sports Editor • September 17, 2018
Illinois defensive specialist Morgan O’Brien celebrates during the match against Northern Iowa at Huff Hall on Friday. The Illini won 3-0.

[Photo] O’Brien comfortably settles into new team role as libero

By Meghan Rest, Assistant Sports Editor • September 17, 2018
Illinois linebacker Del'Shawn Phillips (3) makes a tackle during the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

[Photo] Illini fall in second half at Soldier Field

By Tatiania Perry, Staff writer • September 17, 2018
Illinois tight end Austin Roberts (36) and quarterback Cam Miller (16) carry the American and Illinois flags onto the field before the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois vs. USF: Press Box Bundle

September 18, 2018
Illinois linebacker Dele Harding (9) celebrates with defensive lineman Bobby Roundtree (97) after making a tackle during the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois defense goes through changes before weekend matchup

November 1, 2018
Illinois tight end Austin Roberts (36) and quarterback Cam Miller (16) carry the American and Illinois flags onto the field before the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois vs. USF: Press Box Bundle

By Eli Schuster, Sports Editor • September 18, 2018
Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) dodges a tackle during the game against USF at Soldier Field on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois vs. USF: Grades and game notes

September 17, 2018
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[Photo] Proposed change may cut abortion services

By Heather Schlitz, Assistant News Editor • September 13, 2018
Illinois defender Ashley Cathro (33) dribbles the ball during the game against Northern Illinois at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018. The Illini won 8-0.

[Photo] Canada’s Cathro contributes experience to team

By Miles Powers-Huang • September 13, 2018
Spencer Shea, Basio Sema, and Joshua Geyer, workers for the French artist JR, put up photographs of University of Illinois students and Champaign-Urbana residents on the side of the University YMCA building at 1001 South Wright St. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017. The pictures are part of an international art project called Inside Out that supports immigrants and dreamers.

[Photo] Welcoming Week to unite local community through celebrating immigrant contributions

By The Daily Illini Staff Report • September 12, 2018
Illinois midfielder Lauren Ciesla (9) passes the ball during the game against Northern Illinois at the Illinois Soccer Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018. The Illini won 8-0.

[Photo] Illini down Redbirds after in-state showdown

By Evan Viscioni, Contributing Writer • September 11, 2018
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[Photo] Obama’s visit brightens students’ rainy day

By Gillian Dunlop, Managing Editor for Reporting • September 10, 2018
Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) hands the ball off to running back Reggie Corbin (2) during the game against Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018.

[Photo] Grading Illinois' win over Western Illinois

September 10, 2018
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith looks up at the scoreboard during the game against Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois shows too little, too late

October 27, 2018
Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) looks to pass during the game against Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018.

[Photo] Rivers leads Illinois to victory in unexpected debut after Bush injury

September 9, 2018
Illinois quarterback AJ Bush (1) gets tackled during the game against Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 8.

[Photo] Bush benched, Illini lose second straight

October 20, 2018
Illinois quarterback AJ Bush (1) celebrates while running onto the field at the start of the game against Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois vs. Western Illinois: Press Box Bundle

September 11, 2018
Illinois running back Reggie Corbin shakes off a defender during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Corbin looks to be a big part of this year’s offense.

[Photo] Illini look to continue second-half momentum into weekend matchup

September 6, 2018
Illinois running back Reggie Corbin (2) runs with the ball during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Illini won 31-24.

[Photo] Grades and game notes from Illinois' 38-17 win over Rutgers

October 6, 2018
Illinois quarterback AJ Bush (1) talks to Kent State defensive lineman Matt Bell (93) and wide receiver Lon'kevious McFadden (83) after the game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] AJ Bush gives Illini needed boost

October 11, 2018
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith sings Hail to the Orange with his team after the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] Booing inspires victory

September 4, 2018
Illinois linebacker Jake Hansen (35) makes a tackle during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] Notes, grades from Illinois' 31-24 win over Kent State

September 1, 2018
Illinois running back Ra'Von Bonner (21) rushes the ball during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois vs. Kent State: Press Box Bundle

September 2, 2018
Illinois quarterback AJ Bush (1) throws a pass during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] Strong second half showing helps Illini grab comeback win

September 1, 2018
Illinois quarterback AJ Bush (1) runs the ball during the game against Kent State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

[Photo] Illinois breaks Big Ten losing streak in road win

October 6, 2018
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