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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

Jonathan Bonaguro, Photographer

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Nate Hobbs goes into the end zone after making a pick-six against Rutgers Nov. 2, 2019, at Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] Former Illini Nate Hobbs selected in fifth round of 2021 NFL Draft

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • May 1, 2021
Junior Giorgi Bezhanishvili celebrates during the game against Iowa March 8, 2020. Bezhanishvili announced Thursday afternoon that he is departing the Illinois basketball program.

[Photo] Gallery | 2020 Year in Review

By Ryan Ash • December 31, 2020
Da'Monte Williams goes up for the layup contested by Trayce Jackson-Davis in Illinois' meeting with Indiana last season on March 1. The Illini face the Hoosiers Saturday afternoon.

[Photo] No. 18 Illinois looks to continue winning ways against front-court orientated Indiana

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • December 25, 2020
Quarterback Brandon Peters scans the field during the game against Nebraska on Sept. 21, 2019.

[Photo] Illini look for second straight win Saturday at Nebraska

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • November 19, 2020
Illinois running back Reggie Corbin (2) and lineman Doug Kramer (65) celebrate after scoring a touchdown against Akron on Aug. 31, 2019. Kramer is set to return to play for the Illini this Saturday.

[Photo] Doug Kramer, James McCourt among Illini players set to return this weekend

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • November 10, 2020
Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu dribbles past a University of Miami defender in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge on Dec. 2, 2019. This year, the Illini are reportedly facing Duke in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.

[Photo] Illinois to reportedly play Duke in ACC/Big Ten Challenge

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 29, 2020
Tyler Underwood goes up for a layup in a game against Lewis University on Nov. 1, 2019. Underwood elected to come back and use his final season of eligibility this year.

[Photo] Tyler Underwood brings his basketball IQ back to Illinois

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • October 28, 2020
Freshman Kofi Cockburn embraces Sophomore Ayo Dosunmu during the match against Iowa at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois on Sunday, March 8..The Illini are ranked No. 8 in the preseason AP Top 5 Poll.

[Photo] Dosunmu, Cockburn return to Illini after mixed draft projections

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • August 2, 2020
Sophomore wide receiver, Casey Washington, congratulates his teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Wisconsin Badgers on Oct. 19, 2019 at Memorial Stadium.

[Photo] Casey Washington works to reach new heights in sophomore season

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • May 15, 2020
The Illini football team run out onto Levi's Stadium for the Redbox Bowl in California on Dec. 30.

[Photo] Illini football add prep linebacker, grad-transfer safety

By Alec Busse, Assistant Video Editor • May 14, 2020
Freshman Kofi Cockburn celebrates during Illinois' game against Indiana on March 1. The Illini beat the Hoosiers 67-66.

[Photo] Kofi Cockburn declares for NBA Draft

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • April 7, 2020
Illinois pitcher Sydney Sickels delivers a pitch against Purdue on May 5, 2019. The Illini won 12-4.

[Photo] Illini of the season: Sickels, Rummel anchor lineup next spring

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • March 31, 2020
Sophomore Alan Griffin drives against Maryland on Feb. 7. The Illini lost to the Terrapins 75-66.

[Photo] Griffin announces transfer from Illini

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • March 24, 2020
Giorgi Bezhanishvili celebrates on the sideline during Illinois' game against Iowa on March 8. The Illini won 78-76.

[Photo] Illini finish on high note, rank No. 21 in final poll

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • March 18, 2020
Ayo Dosunmu hypes up the crowd at State Farm Center during the game against Iowa on March 8. The Illini beat the Hawkeyes 78-76 in what might have been Dosunmu's last game as an Illini.

[Photo] Coronavirus halts sports world, affects NBA draft

By Brendyn Jones, On-Air Editor • March 15, 2020
Head coach Brad Underwood high fives fans before he walks into the Illinois locker room.

[Photo] Gallery | Senior night holds win for Illini over Hawkeyes

By Mark Capapas • March 10, 2020
Sophomore guard Ayo Dosunmu (11), freshman center Kofi Cockburn (21) and junior guard Da'Monte Williams walk together toward Illinois' huddle during the game against No. 18 Iowa at State Farm Center Sunday night.

[Photo] Illinois earns four seed, double-round bye in Big Ten Tournament after thrashing Iowa 78-76 at home

By Nathan DeHaan, On Air Editor for Sports • March 8, 2020
Sophomore guard Ayo Dosumnu interviews after the Illinois defeated Indiana.

Gallery | Illinois overcomes Indiana by single point

By Cameron Krasucki and Jonathan Bonaguro • March 3, 2020
Sophomore guard Ayo Dosunmu drives through two Indiana players toward the basket during the Illini's game against the Hoosier at State Farm Center Sunday afternoon. Dosunmu led Illinois to a 67-66 victory over Indiana with 17 points on the day.

[Photo] Illini knock Hoosiers, 67-66, in at-home nail biter

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • March 1, 2020
Junior guard Trent Frazier shoots the ball from half court to secure the lead for Illinois at halftime 37 -31. The Illinois basketball team defeated Nebraska 71 - 59 at State Farm Center on Monday.

Gallery | Illinois triumphs over Nebraska

By Jonathan Bonaguro, Senior Sports Photographer • February 25, 2020
Illinois’ dugout on March 1 vs. Indiana State. The Illini won 5-2.

[Photo] Hartleb stays positive despite slow start

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer • February 20, 2020
Jack Craig, freshman in engineering holds the Plyo app open on his phone at the ARC on Saturday.

[Photo] Campus fitness app rewards exercise with local coupons

By Amrita Bhattacharyya, Contributing Writer • February 20, 2020
Senior outfielder Kiana Sherlund celebrates a double against Purdue on May 5. Illinois competes against Notre Dame and North Carolina next weekend in Raleigh, N.C.

[Photo] Illini pick up early season wins

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer • February 10, 2020
Junior guard Da'Monte Williams shoots a 3-pointer during the Illinois game against Maryland on Friday.

[Photo] Gallery | Maryland at Illinois

By Tyler Panlilio • February 7, 2020
Fans hold up the Minnesota Special Edition at State Farm Center on Thursday.

Illini, Orange Krush bring high energy against Golden Gophers

By Jonathan Bonaguro, Senior Sports Photographer • February 2, 2020
Freshman pitcher Sydney Sickels pitches during Illinois’ game against Purdue on May 5 at Eichelberger Field. Illinois is set to open their season early February with several new players.

[Photo] Illini seek new contributors as spring season approaches

By Rich Eberwein, Staff Writer • January 30, 2020
Gallery | Redbox Bowl pep rally

Gallery | Redbox Bowl pep rally

By Jonathan Bonaguro, Photographer • December 30, 2019
Illinois cheerleaders march during Illinois' pregame pep rally with fans before the Redbox Bowl in San Francisco Sunday.

[Photo] Redbox Bowl Halftime Report: California leads Illinois 21-13

By JJ Kim, Managing Editor for Reporting • December 30, 2019
Members of the Illinois Marching Illini shout during the band's performance at a pregame pep rally for the Redbox Bowl on Sunday Dec. 29 in San Francisco. Photo by Jonathan Bonaguro.

[Photo] Marching Illini ignite fan spirit in Cali pep rally

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer • December 29, 2019
Gallery | Redbowl pre-game press conference

Gallery | Redbowl pre-game press conference

By Jonathan Bonaguro, Photographer • December 27, 2019
Seniors Reggie Corbin and Dele Harding speak at a Redbowl pre-game press conference in San Fransisco on Friday, Dec. 27. Corbin, Harding and the Illini will go head-to-head with the California Golden Bears in the Redbox Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30 at 3 p.m. CT. Photo taken by Jonathan Bonaguro.

[Photo] Seniors Corbin and Harding reflect on final game as Illini

By JJ Kim, Managing Editor for Reporting • December 27, 2019
Head coach Lovie Smith stands on the sidelines during Illinois' game against Iowa on Nov. 23. Saturday, Illinois fell to Northwestern 29-10 on Senior Day, closing out the team's regular season. Captured at Kinnick Stadium on 23 Nov. 2019 by Jonathan Bonaguro.

[Photo] Illinois falls to Northwestern 29-10 in final regular-season game

By Miles Powers-Huang, Staff Writer • November 30, 2019
Freshman center Kofi Cockburn prepares to shoot a free throw during Illinois game against Hawaii at State Farm Center on Monday. Illinois won 66-53.

[Photo] Illinois defeats Hawaii 66-53 at home Monday

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer • November 19, 2019
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[Photo] Illinois vs. Michigan State game notes

By Jared Farmer, Staff Writer • November 11, 2019
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