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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
Senior forward Kendall Bostic and fifth year Center Camille Hobby hustle back on defense against Ohio on Jan. 28.

Illinois women’s basketball looks to sweep Northwestern

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • February 7, 2024
Senior Forward Kendall Bostic lifts Junior Guard Adalia McKenzie following a play on Jan. 28.

Illinois women’s basketball travels to Purdue, looks to earn third win in a row

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • February 5, 2024
Guard Torey Allen congratulates forward Shay Bollin in a Womens basketball game against St. Peters. 11.16.

Illinois women’s basketball looks for positives amid 8-9 start

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • January 19, 2024
Senior Kendall Bostic high fives senior teammate Genesis Bryant after Bostic drew a foul while making a layup against Morehead State on Nov. 7.

Notes, player grades from Illinois women’s basketball’s victory over Rutgers 

By Mathias Spitzer and Tess Eken • January 18, 2024
Sophomore guard Kam'ren Rhodes cuts back to find a pass in the third quarter of the Illini women's basketball game against the Eagle's of Morehead State on Nov. 7.

Illinois women’s basketball hosts Michigan in Big Ten opener

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • December 10, 2023

Illinois hockey splits final weekend of fall semester with Purdue

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • December 6, 2023

Illinois women’s basketball hosts Northern Kentucky in final midmajor tuneup

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • December 6, 2023

Notes, player grades from Illinois women’s basketball victory over Central Connecticut State

By Tess Eken and Mathias Spitzer • November 30, 2023
Senior forward Kendall Bostic and junior guard Adalia McKenzie celebrate their lead against St. Peter's by bumping chests in midair on Nov. 15.

Illinois womenʼs basketball prepares for midweek jaunt with Central Connecticut State

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 29, 2023
Senior Kendall Bostic uses her strength to find a pass at the start of the third quarter against two Morehead State players on Nov. 7. Bostic ended the night with 15 points and 13 rebounds.

Notes, player grades from Illinois women’s basketball loss against No. 16 Notre Dame

By Tess Eken and Mathias Spitzer • November 19, 2023

Illinois women’s basketball faces neutral court matchup with No. 16 Notre Dame

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 18, 2023
Senior Forward Kendall Bostic converses with teammates Adalia Mckenzie and Jada Peebles before the start of the second half against Morehead State on Nov. 7, 2023.

Notes, player grades from Illinois women’s basketball 70-point victory over Saint Peter’s

By Tess Eken and Mathias Spitzer • November 16, 2023
Sophomore forward Shay Bollin takes a jump shot against Saint Peter's defense during the fourth quarter. Bollin finished the night with 14 points.

Illinois women’s basketball rebounds with lunchtime beatdown of Saint Peter’s

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 16, 2023

Illinois splits weekend with McKendree in last series before fall break

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 14, 2023
Junior Adalia Mckenzie smiles as she is announced in the starting lineup for Illinois against Morehead State on Nov. 7. Mackenzie started all 32 games as a sophomore in the 2022-23 season.

Notes, player grades from Illinois women’s basketball’s home opener against Morehead State

By Mathias Spitzer and Tess Eken • November 8, 2023
Guard Genesis Bryant is runs the ball at point on Oct. 30 against Truman.

No. 23 Illinois women’s basketball opens season at home vs. Morehead State

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 7, 2023

Illinois hockey fumbles Route 51 rivalry, drops both games to Illinois State

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • November 6, 2023
Senior defensemen Atticus Helfer wrestles for possession of the puck against Roosevelt University on Oct. 27.

Illinois hockey picks up weekend sweep over Roosevelt University

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • October 30, 2023
Senior forward Kendall Bostic putting herself in front of the ball following a Michigan State free throw on Jan. 29. Illinois is ranked No. 23 in the Associated Press preseason poll.

No. 23 Illinois women’s basketball prepares for season with exhibition against Truman State

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • October 29, 2023

Illinois hockey rights ship against Alabama after tough initial loss in 2-game series

By Mathias Spitzer, Staff Writer • October 23, 2023
Head Coach Shauna Green instructs the Illinois team during the game against Michigan State on Jan. 29.

Grass is Green-er than ever for coach Shauna Green, Illinois women’s basketball

By Mathias Spitzer, Contributing Writer • October 19, 2023

Illinois hockey struggles against Iowa State, picks up solitary goal

By Mathias Spitzer, Contributing Writer • October 15, 2023
Defense Atticus Helfer takes control of the puck on Oct. 23. The Illini will be playing against Purdue this Friday and Saturday.

Illini hockey prepares for weekend showdown with Purdue Northwest

By Mathias Spitzer, Contributing Writer • October 6, 2023