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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
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[Photo] Illini basketball legend Dave Downey dies at 84

By Evy York, Senior Sports Reporter • Dec 28, 2025
Illinois athletics graphic announcing Bilić’s commitment.

[Photo] Update: Illini officially sign Toni Bilić, will only practice for remainder of season

By Sahil Mittal, Assistant Sports Editor • Dec 17, 2025
Manuella Alves, freshman forward on the Illinois women's basketball team holds up the flag of Brazil, her home country.

[Photo] Alves, Finney sidelined with season-ending injuries

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Oct 28, 2025
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[Photo] Katie Hultin named Illinois soccer head coach

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • Dec 10, 2024
Three-star running back John Forster poses for promotional pictures on a visit to the University.

[Photo] 3-star running back John Forster flips Big Ten schools, signs with Illinois

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Dec 4, 2024
2025 4-star LB Grant Beerman poses for some pictures on a visit to the University.

[Photo] No. 22 Illinois gets Thanksgiving treat, flips 4-star linebacker 

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Nov 29, 2024
Class of 2025 senior Tight End Logan Farrell poses for pictures during a visit to Illinois earlier this year.

[Photo] Logan Farrell chooses home turf: Illinois flips 2025 3-star tight end

By Rudraksh Kikani, Contributing Writer • Oct 23, 2024
Illinois’s Lexanne Halama during the Illini Women's Invitational at Medinah at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, IL.

[Photo] Key takeaways: Illinois women’s golf’s sluggish start continues

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • Oct 10, 2024
Illinois’s Sophia Sulkar during the Illini Women's Invitational at Medinah at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, IL.

[Photo] Women’s golf trip to Medinah, hosts Illini Women’s Invitational

By Jordan Goodhart, Staff Writer • Oct 7, 2024
The Illini face the Nittany Lions away in Pennsylvania on Saturday.

[Photo] No. 19 Illinois outcoached, falls to No. 9 Penn State

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Sep 28, 2024
Redshirt freshman Zach Vilala hits while at the Atkins Tennis Center in Champaign.

[Photo] Zach Viiala continues hot start to collegiate career

By Conor Blount, Senior Sports Reporter • Sep 27, 2024
Quarterback Luke Altmyer throws down the field in Illinois' big win over Nebraska on Sept. 20.

[Photo] 400 consecutive sellouts can’t stop No. 24 Illinois

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • Sep 20, 2024
Keaton Wagler on his official visit to the University with his parents.

[Photo] 4-star guard Keaton Wagler commits to Illinois

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Sep 18, 2024
Illinois’s Lexanne Halama during the Illini Women's Invitational at Medinah at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, IL on Oct. 10, 2023.

[Photo] No. 9 Illinois men’s golf hosts OFFC/Fighting Illini Invitational 

By Jordan Goodhart, Staff Writer • Sep 20, 2024
Camden Janik during a baseball game during the 2024 season. Janik was selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 12th round of this year's MLB Draft.

[Photo] Cam Janik selected by Pittsburgh Pirates in 12th round of 2024 MLB Draft

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Jul 17, 2024
Jack Crowder during a baseball game during the 2024 season. Crowder was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 9th round of this year's MLB Draft.

[Photo] Jack Crowder selected by Baltimore Orioles in ninth round of 2024 MLB Draft

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Jul 17, 2024
Jershaun Newton during his official visit to the University. Newton has committed to Illinois for the 2025 season.

[Photo] Jershaun Newton commits to Illinois football for 2025

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • Jul 8, 2024
Desmond Straughton, class of 2025 DB from Roseville, MI during his official visit to the University. Straughton is committed to Illinois football for the 2025 season.

[Photo] Three-star 2025 DB Desmond Straughton commits to Illinois

By Qaasim Jatoi • Jul 3, 2024
Cedric Wyche (left) and Robert Jones III (right) during their visits to the University in June. Both players have committed to Illinois' 2025 recruiting class.

[Photo] Two 2025 Florida prospects commit to Illinois football

By Naveed Ahmed, Staff Writer • Jul 2, 2024
Joliet-native Jeremiah Fears poses for promotional photos after his commitment to Illinois.

[Photo] Four-star guard Jeremiah Fears decommits from Illinois, will reopen recruitment

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Jul 1, 2024
Former Illini Quincy Guerrier taking a shot during a 22-point performance against Tennessee on Dec. 9, 2023. Guerrier has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Toronto Raptors.

[Photo] Quincy Guerrier agrees to Exhibit 10 deal with Toronto Raptors

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Jun 27, 2024
A picture of Zakhari Franklin photoshopped into an Illinois jersey. Franklin will join the Illini this fall as the NCAA's active receiving leader.

[Photo] NCAA active receiving leader Zakhari Franklin transfers to Illinois

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Jun 21, 2024
Davion Chandler (left) and Isaiah White (right) during their official visits to the University. Both players have committed to Illinois for the 2025 season.

[Photo] Illinois football picks up two three-star prospects for 2025

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • Jun 20, 2024
Five-star prospect Will Riley poses with a basketball during an official visit to Illinois.

[Photo] Five-star wing Will Riley commits to Illinois, reclassifies to 2024

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Jun 23, 2024
Cameron Brooks during his official visit to the University on June 7. Brooks is the first defensive lineman to join the 2025 Illini recruiting class.

[Photo] Three-star defensive lineman Cameron Brooks commits to Illinois

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • Jun 18, 2024
Terrence Shannon Jr. before the NCAA Sweet 16 game against Iowa State on March 28. Shannon has been found not guilty by a Kansas jury for charges of sexual assault.

[Photo] Not guilty: Illinois star Terrence Shannon Jr. acquitted by jury in rape case

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Jun 13, 2024
Rose Yeboah holds her first place high jump trophy at the 2024 NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Tournament. Three Illini won national titles at the tournament.

[Photo] Three Illini win national titles at NCAA Track & Field Tournament

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • Jun 9, 2024
The Illini men and women's wheelchair track and road racing team.

[Photo] Illini para athletes compete in NCAA Track & Field Tournament

By Laura Mendes and Qaasim Jatoi • Jun 8, 2024
Illinois baseball players in the dugout before a game on March 30. The team has been eliminated from the NCAA Tournament after losing to Indiana State 13-2 today.

[Photo] Illinois baseball eliminated from NCAA Tournament

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • Jun 2, 2024
Illinois baseball players shake hands after a game on May 17. The Illini won their first NCAA Tournament matchup against Indiana State, lost their second game against Kentucky, and will again face Indiana State this afternoon for a chance to play Kentucky in the NCAA Regional Championship.

[Photo] Illinois baseball wins one, loses one in NCAA Regional

By Laura Mendes and Qaasim Jatoi • Jun 2, 2024
Illinois baseball players kneel before a game on May 3. The Illini are hoping for an NCAA D1 regional berth.

[Photo] Illinois eliminated from Big Ten tournament after Michigan loss

By Eric Brewer, Sports Writer • May 25, 2024
Illinois baseball players huddle up on May 10.

[Photo] Illinois survives in extra innings to avoid elimination

By Eric Brewer, Sports Writer • May 23, 2024
Dan Hartleb, the 2024 Big Ten baseball Coach of the Year.

[Photo] Hartleb wins Big Ten Coach of the Year; 6 Illini named All-Big Ten

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • May 22, 2024
Junior infielder Coltin Quagliano makes a throw.

[Photo] Illinois baseball loses Big Ten tournament opener to Penn State

By Qaasim Jatoi, Summer Editor • May 22, 2024
Former Toledo cornerbacks coach Corey Parker was named Illinois’ defensive backs coach.

[Photo] Illini stay hot with big-time coaching addition

By Ben Fader, Sports Editor • May 13, 2024
Offensive Lineman Andrew Dennis.

[Photo] 4-star recruit Dennis enters transfer portal

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Apr 29, 2024
Senior Isabel Sy lines up a putt during a golf game, 2023.

[Photo] Illinois women’s golf fails to defend Big Ten title, Sy finishes top 10

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Apr 21, 2024
Men’s basketball associate head coach Orlando Antigua

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball brings back former assistant coach Orlando Antigua

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Apr 21, 2024
The 2023 Illini Women's Golf Team hoists the banner and trophy after winning the Big 10 Championship.

[Photo] Postseason begins, Illinois women’s golf looks to defend conference title

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Apr 19, 2024
Illinois senior Anna Ritter swings during the Illini Women’s Invitational at the Medinah Country Club in Oct. 2023.

[Photo] Ritter places career-best 19th as Illinois women’s golf finishes eighth at Buckeye Invitational 

By Ben Somerville, Staff Writer • Apr 14, 2024
Ken Holtzman poses for his player photo for the Illinois men's baseball team, 1965.

[Photo] Illinois Hall of Fame pitcher Ken Holtzman passes at 78

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Apr 15, 2024
Tyler Sudduth winds up for the hammer throw during an Illinois track meet, April 2024.

[Photo] Lively crowd propels Illinois to 8 event wins, 7 personal bests at Gary Wieneke Memorial

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Apr 14, 2024
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[Photo] 2024 four-star guard Jase Butler decommits from Illinois

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Apr 8, 2024
Champaign native Kylan Boswell poses with a basketball for promotional photos with Illini Athletics.

[Photo] Illinois brings home Champaign native Kylan Boswell via transfer portal

By Sahil Mittal, Senior Sports Reporter • Apr 14, 2024
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[Photo] Report: Chester Frazier leaves Illinois men’s basketball for West Virginia

By Sahil Mittal and Ben Fader • Apr 13, 2024
Jake Davis poses for Illini Athletics media photos after transferring from Mercer University.

[Photo] Illinois men’s basketball lands Mercer’s Jake Davis in transfer portal

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Apr 1, 2024
Illini women's track team together as they celebrate their BIG Ten victory over the weekend.

[Photo] Illinois women’s track & field captures first Big Ten title since 2013

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Feb 25, 2024
Junior Logan Kuehne celebrates during the meet against Vanderbilt on Nov. 4.

[Photo] Illinois swim & dive gears up for Big Ten championships

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Feb 22, 2024
Junior jumper Kam Garret prepares for a jump at the Illini Challenge on Jan. 26.

[Photo] No. 23 Illini ready to make noise at Big Ten indoor championships 

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Feb 23, 2024
Senior Ryan Voois tees off during the Fighting Illini Invitational on Sept. 15, 2023.

[Photo] No. 20 Illinois men’s golf dominates at Hal Williams Collegiate, secures back-to-back titles

By Jordan Goodhart, Staff Writer • Feb 13, 2024
Junior jumper Kam Garrett leaps during the Illini Challenge on Jan. 26.

[Photo] Illinois track & field wraps up regular season at Tiger Paw Invitational

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Feb 9, 2024
Senior distance runner Jack Roberts competes during the Illini Challenge on Jan. 26.

[Photo] Jack Roberts, Illini track & field shine at Meyo Invitational

By Brendan Gallian, Staff Writer • Feb 5, 2024
Abby Mueller shares a celebratory moment with a teammate following her performance at the Quad Meet featuring Western Michigan, West Virginia, UW-Oshkosh, and Illinois at Huff Hall on Jan. 13.

[Photo] No. 24 Illinois women’s gymnastics suffers loss to No. 11 Ohio State 

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Feb 1, 2024
Freshman Bethany Mercer flips into the pool on Oct. 7, during the Orange and Blue meet.

[Photo] Freshman Bethany Mercer dives into new chapter

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Jan 21, 2024
Swim and dive head coach Jeana Kempe.

[Photo] Head coach Jeana Kempe revels in full-circle moment with Illinois swim & dive

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Jan 21, 2024
Senior Ashton Anaya during the Orange and Blue meet at Huff Hall in Champaign, IL. Photo By Jenny Butler.

[Photo] Illinois men’s gymnastics heads to Greenville for fifth meet of season

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Jan 19, 2024
Senior Allie Morgan before the Quad Meet with Western Michigan, West Virginia and UW-Oshkosh and Illinois at Huff Hall on Jan. 13.

[Photo] Illinois women’s gymnastics flips into a comeback

By Laura Mendes, Staff Writer • Jan 11, 2024
Sophomore Sophia Sulkar during the Illini Women's Invitational at Medinah at the Medinah Country Club.

[Photo] Illinois women’s golf aims to bounce back in spring season

By Jordan Goodhart, Staff Writer • Jan 19, 2024
Right hand pitcher Joe Glassey throws a swift pitch on Saturday. The Illini end Coastal Carolina matches and prepare for home opener game against Indiana on Wednesday.

[Photo] Illinois baseball concludes road stretch with series at Coastal Carolina

By Adam Rosen, Staff Writer • Mar 10, 2023
Distance runner OIivia Howell looks to her team with joy after receiving her first place medal during today's NCAA regional meet. Although Howell secured first place the rest of the team left more to be desired and missing the opportunity for the team to perform in nationals.

[Photo] Howell claims first place at NCAA Regionals while rest of Illinois women’s cross country falls short

By Theo Gary, Staff Writer • Nov 12, 2022
Junior Kate Duong and sophomore Megan Heuser receive their doubles championship check during yesterday's event at Atkins Tennis Center. During today's game, Duong and Heuser defeated their opponents in two sets which led the duo to earn their first professional doubles championship.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis caps off fall season with doubles championship at Fighting Illini Open

By Conor Blount, Staff Writer • Nov 12, 2022
Senior Olivia Howell leads the race during the John McNichols Invitational.

[Photo] Illini leave John McNichols Invitational victorious, Howell continues dominating

Sep 17, 2022
Distance runner and redshirt senior Rebecca Craddock attempts to take the lead on May 25, 2018 during the NCAA West Prelims. Craddock achieved second-best in the program for the women's 5000m during the Stanford invite on Friday.

[Photo] Craddock, Sudduth headline weekend two for Illinois track & field

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Apr 3, 2022
Junior distance runner Olivia Howell runs during the Indoor Big Ten Championship on Feb. 29, 2020. Howell discusses her passion for running as a child to achieving many of her planned goals at Illinois.

[Photo] A star everyone saw coming: Olivia Howell’s stellar career continues through third season

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Apr 4, 2022
Distance runner Jon Davis runs during his event at the Big Ten Indoor Championship in 2018. Davis placed fourth for the men's mile for the Big Ten Indoor Championship.

[Photo] Howell, Davis, Sudduth finish Illinois track & field 2022 indoor season

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Mar 13, 2022
Utility Jaelyn Vickery begins to swing her bat during a home game at Eichelberger Field. The Illini will be playing at the Tiger Invitational going up against Clemson and Liberty on Saturday and Sunday.

[Photo] Illinois softball travels to South Carolina to take on Clemson and Liberty

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Mar 12, 2022
Runner Olivia Howell celebrates with her team after completing an event during the Big Ten Indoor Championship on Feb. 27. Howell is one of three to represent the Illini at NCAA Indoor Championships on Friday and Saturday.

[Photo] Howell, Davis, Sudduth to represent Illinois track & field at NCAA Indoor Championships

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Mar 11, 2022
Senior Taylor Shegos begins to enter the pool during her dive in a meet at the ARC. Shegos and five other Illini divers will be heading to Michigan for the NCAA Diving Championships from Monday to Wednesday.

[Photo] Five divers from Illini swim & dive head to NCAA Zone C Diving Championships

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Mar 7, 2022
Alex Diab performs on still rings during the 2019 Windy City Invitational. Diab graduated in 2019 and has placed third in the 2022 Winter Cup.

[Photo] Illinois men’s gymnastics alum Diab wins third straight rings title at 2022 Winter Cup

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 28, 2022
Junior Olivia Howell runs during her event at Big Ten Indoor Championship on Saturday. The Illini placed 10th at the meet with eight athletes receiving All-Big Ten honors.

[Photo] Davis, Howell highlight Illinois track & field’s efforts at Big Ten Indoor Championships

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Feb 27, 2022
Junior Jacob Campbell swings his bat during a game against Rutgers. The Illini begun their season last weekend and currently stand at 1-2.

[Photo] Illinois baseball begins 2022 season with one win, two losses to Kansas

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • Feb 22, 2022
Swimmer Sophia Burwitz swims for her butterfly event during the meet against Northwestern and UIC on Oct. 23. The Illini placed 11 during the Big Ten Championships.

[Photo] Illinois swim & dive finishes 11th at Big Ten Championships, breaks school records, sets lifetime bests

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Feb 20, 2022
Swimmer Abby Cabush. senior in Engineering, has broken several records during her swim career. She has broken the University record for freestyle and some personal ones too.

[Photo] Diving into packed schedule: Division I athlete balances sports, academics

By Shreya Rathi, Staff Writer • Feb 22, 2022
Pitcher Sydney Sickels begins to pitch the ball during a game against Wisconsin. The Illini will be going up against Arkansas on Friday with Sickels being a key offensive player so far.

[Photo] Illinois softball travels to Arkansas, will take on two ranked teams over five-game weekend

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Feb 18, 2022
Guard Alfonso Plummer passes the ball during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. The Illini lose against Rutgers 70-59 on Wednesday.

[Photo] Offensive struggles continue in Illinois men’s basketball’s double-digit road loss to Rutgers

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Feb 17, 2022
Guard Trent Frazier goes to dunk the ball during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. Recently the Illini struggle during second halves for past games.

[Photo] Column | Illinois men’s basketball’s recent late-game struggles show it doesn’t yet have its “go-to” guy

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • Feb 16, 2022
Forward Kendall Bostic strategizes with guard Adalia McKenzie during the game against Ohio State on Monday. Bostic was one of the top scorers during the game with 12 points.

[Photo] Aaliyah Nye, Kendall Bostic lead Illinois women’s basketball effort in loss versus Ohio State

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Feb 15, 2022
Guard Aaliyah Nye shoots for a three pointer during the game against Ohio State on Monday. The Illini lose against Ohio state 86-67.

[Photo] Aaliyah Nye tallys another season high in loss against No. 18 Ohio State 86-67

By Angelle Cortes, Assitant Sports Editor • Feb 14, 2022
Guard Alfonso Plummer passes the ball during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. The Illini struggle during the second half of the game, but still win against the Wildcats.

[Photo] Column | Second-half struggles could spell trouble for Illinois men’s basketball in postseason

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Feb 15, 2022
Center Kofi Cockburn shoots the ball into the hoop during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. Cockburn gained 19 points and 15 rebounds during the game.

[Photo] Illinois, Northwestern head coaches express difficulties with officiating Kofi Cockburn

By Christian Jones, Staff Writer • Feb 14, 2022
Graduate student Jon Davis runs during the Indoor Music City Challenge on Friday. Davis and junior Olivia Howell set new school records.

[Photo] Illinois track & track leaves Nashville with personal bests, two school records

By Ben Fader • Feb 13, 2022
Guard RJ Melendez shoots for a three pointer during the game against Northwestern on Sunday. Sports On-Air Editor, Josh Pietsch, grades player performance during Sunday's match up.

[Photo] Notes, player grades: Illinois men’s basketball survives late scare against Northwestern

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • Feb 14, 2022
Guard Jayla Oden dribbles the ball during the game against Indiana on Wednesday. The Illini will be going up against Nebraska on Saturday hoping to break their five game losing streak.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball looks to snap losing streak against Nebraska in Champaign

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Feb 12, 2022
Runner Allison McGrath runs during the Commodore Classic in 2018. McGrath was one of two to win an event during the Meyo Invitational and will be competing in the Indoor Music City Challenge this weekend.

[Photo] Illini track & field heads to Nashville for final away meet of indoor regular season

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Feb 11, 2022
Guard Adalia McKenzie looks for someone open during the game against Indiana on Wednesday. McKenzie aided the team in scoring 14 points.

[Photo] Freshmen Adalia McKenzie, Jayla Oden lead Illinois women’s basketball in 93-61 loss to No. 7 Indiana

By Angelle Cortes, Assistant Sports Editor • Feb 9, 2022
Sophomore diver Brooke Michael dives into the pool during a meet at the ARC. Michael's had an average score of 6.69 at the invitational on Saturday.

[Photo] Illinois swim & dive concludes regular season at UIC Diving Invitational

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Feb 5, 2022
Senior Taylor Shegos poses for a photo. Shegos will conclude the regular season at the annual UIC Diving Invitational in Chicago.

[Photo] Illinois diving concludes regular season with annual UIC Diving Invitational in Chicago

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Feb 5, 2022
Runner Olivia Howell runs during the mile for the Big Ten Championships on Feb. 29, 2020. The Illini will be away on Friday and Saturday for the Meyo Invitational in Indiana.

[Photo] Illinois track & field looks to continue building momentum at Meyo Invitational 

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Feb 4, 2022
Oliver Stuart prepares to hit the ball during a meet at Atkins Tennis Center. Stuart won both of his singles matches during the ITA Kickoff Weekend.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis drops out of top 25, looks to rebound with three home matches

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Feb 3, 2022
Gymnast Hamish Carter lands after his event during the NCAA Championships on April 16 2021. Carter set a new high for his floor event and high bars, and both Illinois men's and women's team won against Penn State.

[Photo] Illinois men’s, women’s gymnastics leave Penn State with road victory in conference openers

By Renato Arteaga, Staff Writer • Feb 1, 2022
Olivia Howell poses for a photo in front of a banner at the PNC Lenny Lyles Invitational. The team set a multitude of records at the invitational.

[Photo] Illinois track & field sets new personal, facility, program records at PNC Lenny Lyles Invitational in Louisville

By Ben Fader, Contributing Writer • Jan 30, 2022
Graduate student Olivier Stuart swings his racket during a tennis match at Atkins Tennis Center. The team lost in Mississippi this weekend against Carolina State and Oklahoma.

[Photo] Illinois men’s tennis struggles in Mississippi, drops both matches in ITA Kickoff Weekend

By Drew Friberg, Staff Writer • Jan 30, 2022
RJ Melendez dunks the basketball during the first half of the game between No. 24 Illinois and Northwestern at Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston on Saturday afternoon. Melendez scored six points in the Illini's 59-56 win.

[Photo] Melendez, Podziemski step up as veterans struggle in Illinois men’s basketball’s narrow win over Northwestern

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Jan 29, 2022
Freshman wrestler Lucas Byrd celebrates his win during the meet against Iowa on Jan. 16. The Illini will be hosting for Northwestern on Saturday.

[Photo] Illini wrestling aims to pick up first conference win of season, takes on Northwestern in Champaign

By Nick Kane, Staff Writer • Jan 29, 2022
Illinois swim & dive senior Abby Cabush watches her teammates during the 2020 Big Ten Championship on Feb. 26, 2020. The Illini will be on the road going up against rival Purdue on Saturday.

[Photo] Illinois swim & dive travels to Purdue for final regular season meet

By Jonathan Alday, Staff Writer • Jan 29, 2022
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