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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

Reflecting on my time at the Daily Illini

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Mar 15, 2017
Director of Athletics Josh Whitman hired Brad Underwood as the next Illinois men's basketball coach Saturday.

Firing Groce is tough on personal level, step in right direction for Illinois men’s basketball

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Mar 11, 2017
Illinois student Drake Kurtenbach celebrates after hitting a shot from half court to win ten thousand dollars during a break in the game against Michigan State at State Farm Center on Wednesday, March 1.

These students did not throw away their shot at the Illinois men’s basketball game

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Mar 3, 2017
Illinois' Malcolm Hill (21) drives to the basket during the game against Michigan State at State Farm Center on Wednesday.

WATCH: Senior Malcolm Hill reflects on last home victory

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Mar 1, 2017

What to do when touring an apartment

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Feb 27, 2017
Honoree Dick Butkus shakes hands with Athletic Director Josh Whitman at Memorial Stadium on Thursday.

Illinois announces inaugural Illini Hall of Fame class

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Feb 23, 2017
Illinois' strength and conditioning coach Adam Fletcher celebrates during the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Tuesday, February 21.

WATCH: Groce talks gamechangers

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Feb 21, 2017
Illinois' Maverick Morgan (22) gets doubled teamed during the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Tuesday, February 21.

WATCH: Maverick Morgan talks Northwestern win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Feb 21, 2017
Illinois' Tracy Abrams (13) shoots a jump shot during the game against Northwestern at State Farm Center on Tuesday, February 21.

WATCH: Northwestern coach discusses defeat

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Feb 21, 2017
Illinois head football coach Lovie Smith talks to reporters during Media Day at Memorial Stadium on August 14.

Illinois football’s Lovie Smith discusses spring football

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Feb 10, 2017
Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman shakes hands with new volleyball head coach Chris Tamas during the press conference at the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics on Friday, February 10.

Tamas named Illinois volleyball head coach

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Feb 10, 2017
Former Illinois AD Thomas appointed as Cleveland State AD

Former Illinois AD Thomas appointed as Cleveland State AD

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Feb 8, 2017
Illinois head coach Kevin Hambly talks to his team during a timeout in the match against Northwestern at Huff Hall on Saturday, October 15. The Illini won 3-0.

Hambly’s style and wins will be missed for Illini fans

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Jan 30, 2017
Illinois' Michael Finke (43) shoots a three during the game against Iowa at State Farm Center on Wednesday.

WATCH: Michael Finke talks about his game and team’s fast start

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports Editor • Jan 25, 2017
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.

Watch: Illinois basketball’s John Groce discusses Iowa win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jan 25, 2017
Illinois running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn (5) runs down the sideline for the first touchdown of the game against North Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 10. The Illini loss 48-23.

Illinois football’s Vaughn announces decision to transfer

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jan 18, 2017
Illinois' Malcolm Hill (21) dribbles around his defender with the help of a pick from teammate Maverick Morgan (22) during the game against Maryland at State Farm Center on Saturday, January 14. The Illini lost 62-56.

Illinois men’s basketball heads to Purdue

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jan 17, 2017
Illinois head coach John Groce shouts instructions to his team from the sideline during the game against Michigan at State Farm Center on Wednesday, January 11.

WATCH: John Groce discusses Illinois basketball’s loss to Maryland

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jan 15, 2017
Illinois' Tracy Abrams hits the floor in anger after picking up his third foul during the game against Maryland at State Farm Center on Jan. 14. The Illini lost 62-56. Columnist Matt Gertsmeier believes Illinois' loss-win pattern is promising for the team's next matchup.

Illinois loses 62-56 to Maryland

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jan 14, 2017
Illinois head coach John Groce watches his team during the 89-58 loss to Purdue in the quarterfinal game of the Big Ten Tournament. 

Watch: Illinois basketball’s John Groce talks Da’Monte Williams injury

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Dec 10, 2016
Illinois head football coach Lovie Smith talks to reporters during Media Day at Memorial Stadium on August 14.

Watch: Lovie Smith talks Illinois football recruiting

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Dec 9, 2016
Illinois head coach John Groce watches his team from the sidelines during the game against Iowa at the State Farm Center on February 7. The Illini lost 77-65.

Watch: Groce talks importance of development in practice for Illinois basketball

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Dec 9, 2016
Gene Honda bobblehead.

Behind the voice: Gene Honda looks back to the start

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Dec 8, 2016
Illinois' Tracy Abrams (13) rises up for a short jumper during the game against North Carolina State at State Farm Center on Tuesday, November 29. The Illini won 88-74.

Video: Illinois’ Malcolm Hill and Leron Black discuss win over NC State

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 30, 2016
Illinois' Tracy Abrams (13) rises up for a short jumper during the game against North Carolina State at State Farm Center on Tuesday, November 29. The Illini won 88-74.

Video: Illinois basketball head coach John Groce reflects on NC State win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 29, 2016
Illinois' Leron Black (12) goes up for a layup during the game against North Carolina State at State Farm Center on Tuesday, November 29. The Illini won 88-74.

Video: NC State head coach Mark Gottfried talks loss to Illinois

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 29, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) passes the ball during the first half of the game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, November 26. The Illini are down 21-14 at halftime.

Lovie, Illinois football can only look to future now

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 27, 2016

Illinois football seniors leave Memorial Stadium the “Illini” way

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 20, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) hands the ball off to running back Kendrick Foster (22) during the first half of the game against Iowa at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The Illini are losing 7-0 at halftime.

WATCH: Joe Spencer reflects on Senior Day

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 19, 2016
Illinois head coach John Groce shouts instructions to his team from the sideline during the game against Northern Kentucky at State Farm Center on Sunday, November 13. The Illini won 81-62.

Watch: Illinois basketball’s John Groce talks Detroit Mercy win, Jaylon Tate

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 18, 2016
Illinois' Tracy Abrams goes up for a layup during the game against Detroit at State Farm Center on Friday, November 18. The Illini won 89-69.

Watch: Illini basketball players talk Detroit Mercy win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 18, 2016
Illinois' Maverick Morgan (22) shoots a layup over Northn Kentucky's Blake Spellman (3) during the game at State Farm Center on Sunday, November 13. The Illini won 79-64.

Watch: Illini players take questions from former player Brandon Paul

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 18, 2016
Senior day for those on the field and those looking from above

Senior day for those on the field and those looking from above

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 17, 2016
Illinois head football coach Lovie Smith talks to reporters during Media Day at Memorial Stadium on August 14.

Watch: Lovie Smith addresses Illinois’ loss, game against Iowa

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 14, 2016
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith looks down as he walks back to the sidelines during the first half of the game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall on Saturday, November 12. The Illini are losing 31-3 at half after the first half.

Illinois football’s loss went as expected

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 13, 2016
Illinois head coach John Groce watches his team from the sidelines during the game against Iowa at the State Farm Center on February 7. The Illini lost 77-65.

WATCH: Groce reflects on season opener

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 12, 2016
Illinois' Tracy Abrams drives to the basket during the game against Southeast Missouri at State Farm Center on Friday, November 11. The Illini won 81-62.

WATCH: Tracy Abrams discusses his return

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 11, 2016
Members of the Block I student section with "Lovie" painted on their chests pose for a photo before the game against Murrary State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 3. The Illini won 52-3.

A day in the stands with my dad

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 7, 2016
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith talks to the refs after a penalty during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on October 8. The Illini lost 34-31.

Lovie Smith’s Illinois football isn’t just this season

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Nov 2, 2016
Illinois wide receiver Malik Turner (11) holds onto his head while being carted off the field after an injury during the first half of the game against Minnesota at Memorial Stadium on Saturday October 29. The Illini are losing 14-7 at half.

Injuries in Illinois football’s loss highlight danger of game

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 30, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) looks to pass the ball during the first half of the game against Western Michigan at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 17. The Illini are losing 24-7 at half.

Illini fighting for spotlight during busy sports weekend

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 26, 2016
Senior running back De'Veon Smith makes a cut against the Illini defense.

Illinois football fulfills low expectations against Michigan

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 23, 2016
Illinois backup quarterback Chayce Crouch runs down the field during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 8.

Illinois football avoids Big Ten cellar with Rutgers win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 16, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) passes the ball during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 8. The Illini lost 34-31.

Illinois football most avoid needless mistakes in must-win game

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 12, 2016
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith talks to the refs after a penalty during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on October 8. The Illini lost 34-31.

Illinois football needs to put the pieces together

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 9, 2016
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith walks down the sideline during the game agaisnt Western Michigan at Memorial Stadium on September 17. The Illini lost 34-10. Lovie has lost two of his first three games as head coach of Illinois.

Future the focus this week for Illinois football

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 5, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt calls for the snap during the game against North Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 10. The Illini loss 48-23.

Down to the inches for Illinois football

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Oct 2, 2016
Wide receiver Geronimo Allison is embraced by teammates after catching the game-winning touchdown pass with under 10 seconds left in the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Illinois won 14-13.

A big win for Illinois football comes with a small margin of defeat

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 28, 2016
Western Michigan defensive end Keion Adams (right) sacks Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) during the game at Memorial Stadium on September 17. The Illini lost 34-10.

Illinois football out energized by Western Michigan

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 18, 2016
Illinois defensive back Julian Hylton (30) celebrates after an interception during the game against Murray State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 3. The Illini won 52-3.

Illinois football, the underdog

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 14, 2016
Students fill up the Block I student section during the game against North Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 10. The Illini loss 48-23.

Lovie, Illinois football on right track, just not there yet

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 11, 2016
Illinois quarterback Wes Lunt (12) looks to pass the ball during the game against Murray State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 3. The Illini won 52-3.

Illinois can’t afford another blowout against North Carolina

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 7, 2016
Illinois head football coach Lovie Smith (center) joins tight end Bobby Walker (83) and offensive lineman Joe Spencer (71) in singing Hail to the Orange after the game against Murrary State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 3. The Illini won 52-3.

Smith sets tone for future of Illinois football with first win

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Sep 5, 2016
Lovie Smith responds to questions at his press conference on Monday, March 7, 2016.

Lovie Smith brings professionalism Illinois football hasn’t seen in years

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Aug 31, 2016
Lovie Smith responds to questions at his press conference on March 7, 2016.

From Beckman to Lovie: a total 180 for Illinois football

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Aug 22, 2016
Illinois basketball commit Trent Frazier explores Quad Day on Sunday.

[Photo] Weekend visit pays off for Illinois basketball with Frazier commit

By Matt Gertsmeier, Illini hoops columnist • Aug 21, 2016
Illinois basketball commit Trent Frazier attended football practice at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

[Photo] Frazier commits to Illinois basketball

By Matt Gertsmeier, Staff writer • Aug 21, 2016
Illinois' head coach John Groce reacts to a play on court during last season's 86-80 Illini win over Northwestern. His team dropped a 58-56 game to the Wildcats on Saturday night.

Four-star basketball recruit Jordan Goodwin chooses SLU over Illinois

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Aug 12, 2016
Jimmy Fitzgerald, out of Centennial High School in Champaign, commits to Illinois on National Signing Day on Wednesday.

Fitzgerald leaves Illinois football

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Aug 10, 2016
Students relax and gather with friends of the Main Quad on a sunny afternoon.

Making a big campus smaller

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Jul 20, 2016
Finding a home in the dorms

Finding a home in the dorms

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • May 25, 2016
Illinois' Mike Dudek (18) runs the ball during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2014. The Illini lost 38-27.

Illinois football responds to Dudek’s season-ending injury

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Apr 10, 2016
Illinois' Mike Dudek runs the ball during the game against Iowa at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 15, 2014. After missing the 2015 season, Dudek will be out for the 2016 campaign with a torn ACL.

Illinois football’s Dudek out for the season with torn ACL

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Apr 9, 2016
Lovie Smith at his introductory press conference

Illinois football’s Smith introduces new staff and talks spring ball

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Mar 29, 2016

Illinois soccer adds Nick Stirrett to coaching staff

By Charlotte Carroll • Mar 29, 2016

Illinois football finalizes staff with Thad Ward hire

By Charlotte Carroll, Sports editor • Mar 21, 2016

Illinois football gets McGee as offensive coordinator

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Mar 9, 2016
Reactions from the Union crowd to Lovie Smith's hiring

Reactions from the Union crowd to Lovie Smith's hiring

By Charlotte Carroll • Mar 8, 2016
Updates from Lovie Smith's introductory press conference

Updates from Lovie Smith's introductory press conference

By Charlotte Carroll • Mar 7, 2016
Head coach Bill Cubit watches his seniors line up to be honored on Senior Day before the game against Northwestern at Soldier Field on Saturday, Nov. 28.

Updates from press conference on Cubit's firing

By Charlotte Carroll • Mar 5, 2016
Running back Josh Ferguson makes a run during the game against Northwestern at Soldier Field on Saturday, Nov. 28. Illinois lost 24-14.

Three Illinois football players invited to NFL Combine

By Charlotte Carroll • Feb 22, 2016
Josh Whitman and Interim Chancellor Barbara Wilson before starting the press conference. 

Illinois announces Josh Whitman to campus community

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Feb 18, 2016
Former Athletic Director Mike Thomas hands Illini basketball legend Dave Downey a plaque commemorating Downey's all-time scoring record of 53 points. Downey has continued to play an integral part in Illinois athletics, donating $2 million for the creation of courtside Club 53 at the renovated State Farm Center

Built from a hoop: Dave Downey's dreams

By Charlotte Carroll • Feb 8, 2016
Former Illinois basketball player and University alumnus Mannie Jackson was able to get out from a difficult upbringing to the University with basketball and high expectations from his family. Jackson along with Governor Vaughn were the first two African-American athletes to letter for Illinois basketball.

Basketball: A saving grace for Illinois' Mannie Jackson

By Charlotte Carroll • Feb 8, 2016
Illinois football secures a 25-man class of 2016 on National Signing Day

Illinois football secures a 25-man class of 2016 on National Signing Day

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Feb 3, 2016

Illinois football’s season defined by off-the-field happenings

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Dec 9, 2015

Illinois football fails to earn bowl berth

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Dec 6, 2015

Illinois football loses another assistant coach

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Dec 2, 2015
Head coach Bill Cubit congratulates senior Tim Clary before his last game as an Illini against Northwestern at Soldier Field on Saturday. Illinois lost 24-14.

Cubit ready to fill Illinois football head coaching role

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 29, 2015

UI tasks search committee with finding new athletic director

By Charlotte Carroll • Nov 24, 2015
Defensive back Clayton Fedejelem makes a tackle on Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliot during Saturday's game at Memorial Stadium. Illinois lost 28-3.

Illinois football seniors look to end season on high note

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 18, 2015
Illinois football will host seven home games in the fall

Illini football’s Desmond Cain steps up in midst of injuries

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 16, 2015
Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliot charges through Illini defenders during the game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

UPDATED: Illinois sunk by No. 2 Ohio State

By Charlotte Carroll • Nov 14, 2015
Illinois football faces No. 2 Ohio State this weekend

Illinois football faces No. 2 Ohio State this weekend

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 11, 2015
Running bak Josh Ferguson dives for a touchdown during the game at Ross-Ade Stadium against Purdue on Saturday, Nov. 7. Illinois won 48-14.

Josh Ferguson: College Football takes ' More knowledge than instinct'

By Charlotte Carroll • Nov 11, 2015
Running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn breaks a tackle and makes a run during the game at Ross-Ade Stadium against Purdue on Saturday, Nov. 7. Illinois won 48-14.

Illinois football finds dynamic duo in Ferguson and Vaughn

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 10, 2015
Interim Athletic Director Paul Kowalczyk speaks at the Memorial Stadium press box. 

Chancellor Wilson introduces new Athletic Director Paul Kowalczyk

By Charlotte Carroll • Nov 9, 2015
Running back Josh Ferguson makes a run for a touchdown during the game against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7. Illinois won 48-14.

Ferguson delivers triumphant return for Illinois football

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 7, 2015
Defensive back Clayton Fedejelem takes down Wisconsin wide receiver Alex Erickson during the Homecoming game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 24. Illinois lost 13-24.

Illinois football’s Fejedelem doesn’t miss many tackles

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 4, 2015

Illinois football plagued by injury

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Nov 2, 2015

University athletic department changes donation dates

By Charlotte Carroll • Oct 30, 2015
Quarterback Wes Lunt hands off to running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn during the Homecoming game against Wisconsin at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 24. Illinois lost 13-24.

Illinois football faces Penn State this weekend

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 28, 2015
Block I during the Halftime performance at the Homecoming game against Wisconsin at Memorial Stadium on October 24, 2015.

Illinois football student section sells out against Wisconsin

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 27, 2015
Defensive back Clayton Fedejelem takes down Wisconsin running back Dare Ogunbowale during Saturday's Homecoming game at Memorial Stadium. Illinois lost 13-24.

Updated: Illinois football loses to Wisconsin

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 24, 2015
Writing on the walls doesn't spell the end of an Illinois football bond

Writing on the walls doesn’t spell the end of an Illinois football bond

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 21, 2015
Illinois' Geronimo Allison (8) gives high-fives to young fans after the homecoming game against Minnesota at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2014. The Illini won 28-24.

Gray Ghost returns for Illini football homecoming game

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 19, 2015
Illinois' Ke'Shawn Vaughn (5) runs with the ball during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct 3, 2015. The Illini won 14-13.

Grading the Illinois football team at midseason

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 13, 2015
Illinois wide receiver Geronimo Allison stretches out to catch a pass in Saturday's game against Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. Illinois lost 20-29.

Illinois football to utilize bye week to get healthy

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 12, 2015
Taylor Barton safety takes down Iowa tight end Henry Krieger Coble during Saturday's game at Kinnick Stadium. Illinois lost 29-20.

Secondary struggles for Illinois football in Iowa loss

By Charlotte Carroll, Staff writer • Oct 10, 2015
Illinois' head coach Bill Cubit on the sidelines during the Illini's 27-25 win over Middle Tennessee State at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 26.

By Charlotte Carroll • Oct 9, 2015
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