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

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Jared Farmer

The Illinois football team celebrates with kicker James McCourt after he scored a field goal during the Illinois’ game against No. 6 Wisconsin. Illinois and California will go head-to-head in the Redbox Bowl Monday at 3 p.m. CT in Santa Clara, Calif.

Illini prepare for Redbox Bowl

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer December 12, 2019
Football season grades: Honor roll

Football season grades: Honor roll

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer December 5, 2019
Wide receiver Josh Imatorbhebhe is tackled by a swarm of Iowas defense during the Illinis game against the Hawkeyes on November 23 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. Illinois lost to No. 17 Iowa, 19-10. Captured at Kinnick Stadium on 23 Nov, 2019 by Jonathan Bonaguro.

Iowa snaps Illinois’ four-game win streak

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer November 23, 2019
Illinois running back Ra’Von Bonner is tackled during Illinois’ game against Iowa at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 17, 2018. The Illini will face the Hawkeyes Saturday after their 63-0 loss last year.

Illini to face Hawkeyes after 63-0 shutout

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer November 21, 2019
Petra Holešínská shoots a three-pointer against Chicago State at the State Farm Center on Nov. 5. Following an anterior cruciate ligament tear, Holešínská has already stood out as a major contributor for the Illini.

Petra Holešínská bounces back from injury

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer November 14, 2019
Illinois vs. Michigan State game notes

Illinois vs. Michigan State game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer November 11, 2019
Running back Dre Brown (25) braves the weather during Illinois’ game against Purdue. Brown led the Illini Saturday with 131 yards.

Illinois vs. Purdue game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 28, 2019
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Illinois defensive back Dawson DeGroot (24) attempts to stop a running play during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 13, 2018. The Illini will face the Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana, on Saturday.

Illinois rides momentum into Purdue matchup

By Jared Farmer, Sports Writer October 24, 2019
Illinois celebrates its win against Wisconsin on Saturday. Soon after the victory, spectators of the game rushed the field.

Illinois undermines No. 6 Wisconsin 24-23

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 21, 2019
Illinois running back Reggie Corbin stiff arms a defender during the game against Wisconsin.  The Illini won 24-23.

Illinois upsets No. 6 Wisconsin

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 19, 2019
Illinois tight end Justice Williams jumps for a reception during the game against Michigan on Saturday, Oct. 12.  The Illini lost 25-42.

Illinois vs. Michigan game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 14, 2019
Quarterback Brandon Peters (18) throws a pass during their game vs. Minnesota on Saturday. The Illini will play against Michigan, another Big 10 team, on Oct. 12..

Peters to face former Michigan teammates

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 10, 2019
Head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field following Illinois’ loss to Nebraska Sept. 21 at home.

Illini prepare for Gopher’s wrath

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 3, 2019
Brandon Peters (18) dropped back in the pocket at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Illinois lost to Eastern Michigan 34-31.

Illini drop nail biter against Eagles

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer September 16, 2019
Illini wide receiver Josh Imatorbhebhe (9), scores a touchdown vs Connecticut at Rentshler Field. The Illini Won 31-23.

Illinois vs. Connecticut game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer September 9, 2019

Illinois prepares for Connecticut in Week 2

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer September 5, 2019
Illinois tight end Daniel Barker (87) celebrates with teammates Griffin Palmer (81), Vederian Lowe (79), and Alex Palczewski (63) after scoring a touchdown on Saturday against Akron. The Illini won 42-3.

Illinois defeats Akron in home season opener

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer September 3, 2019
The Block I student section holds up a banner with the Illinois shield logo during the game against Minnesota at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018. The Illini won 55-31.

Closing Out Offseason 2019: Game Notebook

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer August 26, 2019
Junior Nate Hobbs answers questions at Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago Thursday.

Illini optimistic about defense in 2019

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer July 19, 2019
Illinois Aleks Kovacevic swings at the ball during the match against Duke at Atkins Tennis Center on Feb. 1, 2019. Kovacevic was one of the 73 Illinois student-athletes to be named to the spring Big Ten  Academic All-Conference team.

Kovacevic aces academics, athletics

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 4, 2019
The Illinois vs. Lindenwood game at the Ice Arena on Friday, Jan. 18. Illinois lost 2-1.

Fraternities co-host Gottheil Cup

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 1, 2019

Illinois falls to No. 6 Minot State

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer March 25, 2019

Illini focus on skills following Lions loss

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer January 22, 2019
Mark Candotti calls for a pass from his teammate against Robert Morris at the Ice Arena on Nov. 2. Illinois shut out Robert Morris 6-0.

Illinois to face top team in weekend matchup

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer January 17, 2019
Drew Richter, Luke Forfar and Stephen Quinn celebrate a goal against Robert Morris at the Ice Arena on Nov. 2. The Illini shut out the team 6-0.

Team recovers from multiple injuries

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer November 15, 2018
Senior Stephen Quinn challenges for the puck Nov. 2, during a 6-0 win game against Robert Morris.

Team sweeps weekend series versus Crimson Tide

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer November 12, 2018

Illinois splits weekend matchup

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer November 5, 2018
Illinois club hockey players take the ice against Michigan State on Sept. 28-29 at the University of Illinois Ice Arena.

Illini hockey swept by Lindenwood

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 31, 2018
Neil Novosel skates past Lindenwood’s players to gain possession of the puck at the Ice Arena on Dec. 1.  Illini won in overtime 2-1.

Illinois sweeps weekend contest

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 22, 2018
Evan Sabo (28) skates up to the boards to take possession of the puck from McKendree at the Ice Arena on Friday, Oct. 13th. Illinois beat McKendree 4-2.

Illini look to learn from recent losses

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 18, 2018

Team honors alumni with new jerseys

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 4, 2018
Junior forward Bobby Ernsting smiles as he skates with his teammates. Ernsting and his teammates kicked off the start of the Illini hockey season with two consecutive wins over Michigan State, scoring 10 goals in each of the two games.

Hockey dominates MSU

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer October 1, 2018
Illini seniors talk post grad plans

Illini seniors talk post grad plans

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer May 3, 2018
Illini finish third at Drake Relays

Illini finish third at Drake Relays

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 30, 2018
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Siblings compete in season together

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 26, 2018
Kendziera, Wells shine in California

Kendziera, Wells shine in California

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 23, 2018
Matsen Dziedzic at the Illinois Twilight meet on Saturday

Illinois shows up strong at home

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer April 16, 2018
Illinois Zane Richards celebrates after defeating Michigans Stevan Micic in the 133 pound weight class during the match at Huff Hall on Friday, January 20. Richards won by decision and the Illini defeated the Wolverines 34-6.

Olympic Training Begins for Zane Richards

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer February 5, 2018
Illinois Joe Cowlin (373) runs in the Illini Open at the University of Illinois Arboretum on Friday, Oct. 20. Cowlin placed twelfth with a time of 26:49.4 in the mens 8K.

Two seniors get one last shot

By Jared Farmer, Staff writer October 29, 2017
Lining up before the race begins, runners Joe Crowlin, Garrett Lee, Luke Brahm, and Caleb Hummer stand ready to run the Illini Open at the Arboretum on Oct. 21, 2016.

Reiser finishes first; Illini shine at Beantown

By Jared Farmer, Contributing writer September 26, 2017
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