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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
Freshman middle blocker Ashlyn Philpot rises to block Maryland’s attack during an intense first set on Oct. 20, 2024.

[Photo] Illinois takes two wins at Linda Herman Classic

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Sep 15, 2025
Illinois huddles up during a home match against Maryland on Oct. 20, 2024.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball pushed aside by No. 3 Louisville

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Sep 8, 2025
The crowd at Huff Hall cheers during Illinois match against the Maryland Terrapins on Oct. 20, 2024.

[Photo] Illini win five-set nailbiter in comeback fashion

By Rudraksh Kikani, Staff Writer • Sep 6, 2025
Members of the Illinois volleyball team celebrate during a match against USC on Nov. 8, 2024.

[Photo] Illini rally to defeat Commodores for first win

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Sep 1, 2025
Junior opposite Averie Hernandez brings the energy to close out the second set in an intense five-set match against USC on Nov. 8, 2024, at Huff Hall.

[Photo] Illinois falls in season opener

By Rudraksh Kikani, Staff Writer • Aug 30, 2025
State Farm Center buzzes with energy as passionate fans rally behind the Illini during the second half of their game against Maryland on Jan. 23, 2025.

[Photo] Class in session | Part 2

By Laura Mendes, Senior Sports Reporter • Jul 9, 2025
Freshman guard Kasparas Jakučionis gives sophomore guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn a high-five as the two get back on defense in a loss to Maryland on Jan. 23.

[Photo] 4 things to know before No. 18 Illinois’ matchup at Nebraska

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • Jan 30, 2025
Sophomore guard Gretchen Dolan attempts to drive the ball past her Florida State opponent on Nov. 7, 2024, at State Farm Center.

[Photo] Illinois back at home vs. No. 23 Iowa

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Jan 9, 2025
Sophomore guard Jasmine Brown-Hagger takes the ball up the court in a fast break on Nov. 7.

[Photo] Illinois beats Bradley for 10th straight home win

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Dec 14, 2024
Illinois volleyball cheers in excitement during its match against USC on Nov. 8.

[Photo] Illinois finishes year with loss, puts postseason into question

By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • Dec 1, 2024
Illinois volleyball gathers into a huddle during its matchup against Maryland on Oct. 20.

[Photo] Illinois aims for bounce-back wins against Rutgers, UCLA

By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • Nov 22, 2024
The Orange Krush watches fifth year forward Kendall Bostic dominate the No. 19 Florida State Seminoles on Nov. 7.

[Photo] No. 22 Illini put on dominant display for Field Trip Day

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Nov 18, 2024
Sophomore guard Gretchen Dolan attempts to drive the ball past her Florida State opponent on Nov. 7 at the State Farm Center in Champaign.

[Photo] Illinois holds on against No. 19 Florida State in season opener

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Nov 7, 2024
The Huff Hall crowd cheers an Illinois point on Oct. 20 against Maryland.

[Photo] Keys to success for Illinois volleyball this weekend

By Eric Brewer and Lexie Breymeyer • Nov 8, 2024
Redshirt-junior Brooke Mosher sets for graduate student Christina Martinez Mundo at the net on Oct. 20 at Huff Hall.

[Photo] The good, the bad, the ugly from Illinois volleyball’s victory over Northwestern

By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • Nov 4, 2024
Illinois takes the field, ready to kick off the first half against Northwestern at Demirjian Park on Oct. 27.

[Photo] Illini spook the Wildcats 4-1 in season finale

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Oct 29, 2024
Illinois celebrates after clinching a heated point in the first set against Maryland on Oct. 20.

[Photo] The trick, the treat, the downright scary of Illinois volleyball

By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • Oct 28, 2024
Illinois fans erupt in celebration as the team secures a crucial point to close out the first set against Maryland on Oct. 20.

[Photo] Unstoppable force: 5-0 streak and counting

By Lexie Breymeyer, Staff Writer • Oct 22, 2024
Junior midfielder and defender Lia Howard battles fiercely for possession of the ball against her UCLA opponent, determined to maintain control.

[Photo] Unable to get a foot on the game, Illinois soccer falls to UCLA

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Oct 13, 2024