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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

March 10, 2023
Distance runner OIivia Howell looks to her team with joy after receiving her first place medal during todays 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

November 12, 2022
Junior Kate Duong and sophomore Megan Heuser receive their doubles championship check during yesterdays event at Atkins Tennis Center. During todays 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

November 12, 2022
Senior Olivia Howell leads the race during the John McNichols Invitational.

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

September 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 womens 5000m during the Stanford invite on Friday.

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

April 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

April 4, 2022
Distance runner Jon Davis runs during his event at the Big Ten Indoor Championship in 2018. Davis placed fourth for the mens mile for the Big Ten Indoor Championship.

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

March 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

March 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

March 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

March 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

March 1, 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 15, 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

February 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

February 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

February 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 Sundays match up.

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

February 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

February 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

February 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

February 9, 2022
Sophomore diver Brooke Michael dives into the pool during a meet at the ARC. Michaels had an average score of 6.69 at the invitational on Saturday.

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

February 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

February 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 

February 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

February 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 mens and womens team won against Penn State.

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

February 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

January 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

January 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 Illinis 59-56 win.

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

January 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

January 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

January 29, 2022
Center Kofi Cockburn attempts to shoot the ball during the Michigan game on Jan. 14. The Illini will be up against Michigan again this Tuesday with Cockburns return unknown.

[Photo] No. 24 Illinois men’s basketball plays host to No. 10 Michigan State with statuses of Curbelo, Cockburn uncertain

January 25, 2022
Illinois wrestling Luke Luffman pins down his Purdue opponent during a match from a previous season. Luffman won one of the four matches against Purdue.

[Photo] No. 19 Illinois wrestling falls to No. 17 Purdue, extends conference losing streak to three matches

January 23, 2022
Guard Jayla Oden dribbles the ball during the game against Iowa City on Jan. 24. The Illini lose to the Hawkeyes 82-56.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball struggles offensively against No. 25 Iowa, falls 82-56

January 23, 2022
Illinois Womens Tennis Josie Frazier swings the ball back during the game against Harvard on Jan. 20. The Illini won and sweeped Harvard 7-0.

[Photo] Illinois women’s tennis cruises past Harvard in home opener

January 21, 2022
Guard Andre Curbelo performs a lay up during the Purdue game on Jan. 17. With Curbelos return, may lead to possible set backs for the team lineup.

[Photo] Column | Andre Curbelo return provides spark offensively, creates lineup dilemma

January 20, 2022
Gymnast Logan Myers performs on the parallel bars during the NCAA Championship Finals on April 17. The Illini began their season with a third place finish at the Windy City Invitational on Saturday.

[Photo] Illinois men’s gymnastics opens spring campaign with third-place finish

January 16, 2022
Swimmer Meghan Nizolek performs the backstroke during a meet against Northwestern on Oct. 23. The Illini held their first game of the 2022 season and won against Iowa State 204-87.

[Photo] Illinois swim & dive routs Iowa in first home meet of season

January 16, 2022
Wrestler Justin Cardani grabs a hold of his opponent during the Big Ten Opener against Rutgers on Jan. 4. The Illini lost against the Rutgers 21-13.

[Photo] No. 21 Illinois wrestling drops Big Ten opener to No. 16 Rutgers

January 15, 2022
Wrestler Justin Cardani wins match during the Matmen Open on Dec. 29. The Illini placed fourth overall at the Matmen Open.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling places fourth at Matmen Open behind first-place finishes from Cardani, Byrd

December 31, 2021
The Illinois football team celebrates with the Land of Lincoln Trophy after winning the game against Northwestern on Nov. 27 2021.

[Photo] Illinois football final grades: Defense shows significant improvements, offense remains mediocre, special teams dazzle

December 17, 2021
Wrestler DJ Shannon wrestles an opponent during a match. The Illini wins matches against Chattanooga and SIUE and will be back in action on Dec. 29.

[Photo] No. 23 Illinois wrestling moves 2-0 in season after wins against UT-Chattanooga, SIUE

December 11, 2021
Graduate student Megan Cooney (left) celebrates with fellow athletes on Nov. 21 for senior night before the game against Maryland. Illinois volleyball enters NCAA tournament ready to make noise away from home.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball enters NCAA tournament ready to make noise away from home

December 1, 2021
Wide receiver Isaiah Williams embraces a coach during the game against Northwestern on Saturday. The Illini made a series of good plays during the game to bring them to victory.

[Photo] Northwestern likes, dislikes: Isaiah Williams, Brandon Peters, Chase Brown shine in final game of season

November 29, 2021
Runner Jon Davis takes the lead at the NCAA Midwest Regionals in Iowa on Nov. 12. Davis was the only runner on the team to advance to the NCAA Championships.

[Photo] Illinois cross country season ends after Jon Davis falls short of finish line at NCAA Championships

November 21, 2021
Guard Jayla Oden rushes toward the hoop during the game against North Carolina Central on Nov. 9. The Illini will be up against SIU on Thursday and have high hopes in maintaining their streak.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball aims to maintain winning practices against SIU Edwardsville

November 18, 2021
Runner Jon Davis runs in the lead during the NCAA Midwest Regionals on Nov. 12. The Illini placed fifth during the meet and Davis qualified for the NCAA Championship.

[Photo] Illinois cross country finishes fifth at NCAA Midwest Regional, awaits fate for nationals qualification

November 13, 2021
Illini Volleyball team huddles and celebrates during the match against Indiana on Nov. 12. The Illini won against Indiana, 3-0, and will be up against Ohio State on Sunday.

[Photo] No. 25 Illinois volleyball closes home stand with ranked matchup against No. 10 Ohio State

November 14, 2021
Basketball head coach, Brad Underwood, strategizes with the team during the JSU game on Nov. 9. The Illini will be up against Arkansas State on Friday.

[Photo] No. 11 Illinois men’s basketball takes on Arkansas State with injury statuses still unknown

November 12, 2021
Forward Kendall Bostic attempts a three pointer during the game against North Carolina Central Tuesday at State Farm Center. Bostic and Aaliyah Nye dominated the court during the season opener.

[Photo] Aaliyah Nye, Kendall Bostic lead charge for Illini women’s basketball in season opener

November 11, 2021
Forward Kendall Bostic prepares to shoot the ball during the game against North Carolina Central on Nov. 9. The Illini win their first game of the season 73-56.

[Photo] Illinois women’s basketball wins 73-56 against North Carolina Central, Bostic nails double-double in debut

November 9, 2021
The Illini defensive linemen work together to prevent a Minnesota touch down on Oct. 6. The teams defense was a key aspect to their victory.

[Photo] Illinois football’s defense proves to be dominant force against No. 20 Minnesota

November 8, 2021
Redshirt sophomore Zac Braunagel wrestles his opponent to the mat. Illinois had a solid performance with eight Illinois wrestlers earning top-six finishes at the Michigan State Open this weekend.

[Photo] Illinois wrestling makes waves at Michigan State Open, earns 10 top-six finishes

November 7, 2021
Illini Tennis Hunter Heck takes on the position as a strong leader in the team as well as having a successful season this year.

[Photo] Hunter Heck embraces leadership role with Illinois men’s tennis after breakout freshman season

November 10, 2021
Running back Josh McCray runs past his Maryland opponent Sept. 17. Illinois travels to Minneapolis to face Minnesota on Saturday at 11 a.m.

[Photo] Illinois football travels to Minneapolis, searches for first win in Minnesota since 2014

November 5, 2021
Quarterback Brandon Peters looks to pass the ball during the game against Maryland Sept. 19. Sports columnist Carson Gourdie belives that if Peters uses his legs he can lead Illinois to their second bowl game in three seasons.

[Photo] Column | Peters’ legs can lead Illinois football to bowl game

October 28, 2021
Running back Josh McCray (0) celebrates with defensive lineman Roderick Perry II the teams victory against Penn State Oct. 23. The long battle was won with strong performances from the offensive linemen and running backs.

[Photo] Explosive Illini running game proves vital to Penn State upset

October 24, 2021
Defender Erin McKeown prepares to kick the ball past mid-field during the game against the Rutgers Oct. 23. The Illini fell 3-0 to the Rutgers for their final game of the season.

[Photo] Illinois soccer falls to Rutgers in final match of season

October 23, 2021
Senior Emma Milburn was the team’s first finisher during the women’s Garnet 6k where she placed 18th with a time of 20:14.3. The Illinois cross country teams finished Pre-Nationals and now look ahead for the Illini Open meet.

[Photo] Illinois cross country teams finish Pre-Nationals, look ahead for Illini Open meet

October 15, 2021
Freshman Sydney Stephens takes control of the ball during the game against Purdue on Sept. 23. The team hopes to have their first Big Ten win against Indiana on Sunday in Bloomington.

[Photo] Illinois soccer looks for first Big Ten win against Indiana on road

September 25, 2021
The volleyball team comes in for a hug as they finish their game against Colorado on Sept. 4. The team plays against Northwestern on Saturday in Huff Hall.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball returns to Champaign for ‘Stuff Huff’ against Northwestern

September 25, 2021
Sophomore Kelly Ryono and Senior Bella Loya hug after a good inning on May 8. The softball team improves upon their skills as the team starts practicing for the upcoming season.

[Photo] Freshman Paige Berkmeyer looks to start collegiate career strong in Illinois softball’s fall games

September 25, 2021
Junior Kendra Pasquale maintains control over the soccer ball against Xavier on Sept. 2. The team is set to play Purdue on Sept. 23. in Champaign.

[Photo] Illinois soccer looks to rewrite home record against Purdue

September 23, 2021
Junior Diana Brown sets the volleyball up during a game against Colorado on Sept. 4. Illinois beat Iowa on Sept. 22 with three players setting career bests.

[Photo] Illinois volleyball opens Big Ten play with win over Iowa

September 22, 2021
Sophomore Julia Cili kicks the soccer ball during a game against Xavier on Sept. 2. The team played against the Michigan Wolverines this weekend and had a close game losing 2-1.

[Photo] Illinois fails to keep early lead against Michigan

September 17, 2021
Junior Siyan Chen swings at a golfball at the Wolverine Invitational. Illinois placed top five at the match.

[Photo] Illinois starts season strong, secures fifth-place finish in Wolverine Invitational

September 14, 2021
Senior Crystal Wang hits the golf ball during a round of golf on May 12. Crystal Wang was the only one to play last season during COVID-19.

[Photo] Illini women’s golf combines familiar, fresh faces ahead of 2021 season

September 9, 2021
Graduate student Allison McGrath runs in a Championship race. McGrath and other graduate students will be running for the upcoming season.

[Photo] Illini graduate students look forward to leadership roles, return to normal competition

September 7, 2021
Mens and womens cross country teams huddle up during their first meet in Walt Crawford Open at Eastern Illinois on Sept 3. The season has now started for both teams and they both are off to a strong start.

[Photo] Cross country begin where they left off with first meet in the books

September 5, 2021
Bret Bielema holds a Jersey with his last name on it. Hopes are high after Bielemas debut on Aug. 28.

[Photo] Illinois welcomes experienced UTSA squad, looks to improve to 2-0

September 3, 2021
Senior Crystal Wang lines up where she needs to putt the ball. Senior Crystal Wang hopes to step-up her game with the upcoming season.

[Photo] Three Illini named to Big Ten Women’s Golfers to Watch List

August 31, 2021
Redshirt senior Hope Breslin smiles during a game. Breslin, named Top Drawer Soccer team of the week, is set to make a huge impact during the Illinois soccer teams game against North Carolina on Thursday at Demirjian Park.

[Photo] Illinois to play home opener against No. 2 North Carolina, hold grand opening of Demirjian Park

August 25, 2021
The men’s basketball team celebrates their big ten championship win on March 14.

[Photo] Year in review: DI sports staff reflects on top moments

May 10, 2021
Senior Tristyn Nowlin hits the golf ball as the team places ninth in their Big Ten Championships. Tristyn finished 22nd in the tournament.

[Photo] Illini finish ninth at Big Ten Championship

April 25, 2021
Junior Bret Dannis jumps over a hurdle at their meet on Feb. 21. The team will have their next meet in Champaign on Friday.

[Photo] Illinois finish strong in Indiana, Texas

April 19, 2021
Junior Crystal Wang finishes a swing on a sunny day. The womens golf team will play their final regular-season tournament of the year this weekend in Bloomington, Indiana for the Indiana Invitational.

[Photo] Illinois closes out regular season with trip to Indiana

April 16, 2021
Junior Adrien Dumont de Chassart hits the golf ball at their invitational in West Lafayette, Indiana. The team finished second place overall.

[Photo] Illini narrowly miss out on first place, finish second in Boilermaker Invitational

April 11, 2021
Graduate student Chisom Nwoko uses a pole to hoist herself over a bar during the pole jump event on a cloudy day. The Illinois track & field team took home multiple first place wins at the second Big Ten Invitational in Bloomington, Indiana yesterday.

[Photo] Illinois racks up several first-place finishes in Bloomington

April 10, 2021
Graduate student Giovanni Tadiotto is sprinkled with pellets of sand after a swing in a sand trap on a sunny day. The Illinois mens golf team will play in the Boilermaker Invitational this weekend in West Lafayette, Indiana.

[Photo] Illini battle Big Ten foes at Boilermaker Invitational

April 10, 2021
Illinois running backs coach Cory Patterson runs through a drill with a few players. Patterson is coming up on his fourth season with the Illini and is the only coach Bret Bielema kept from Lovie Smith’s staff.

[Photo] Cory Patterson works with new coaching staff, position group in year four with Illini

April 8, 2021
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[Photo] Illini of the week: Jonathan Wells wins two jumping titles, uses father’s death as motivation

April 8, 2021
Graduate student Jonathan Wells leaps into a pit of sand while competing in the long jump on a sunny day. Wells won two of Illinois three first-place finishes at the Big Ten North Florida Invitational in Jacksonville, Florida this weekend.

[Photo] Jacksonville trip ends with three first-place finishes for Illini

April 3, 2021
Former Illini Arianna Veland passes the ball during the game against Michigan State on Oct. 13. The Illini won the game 2-1.

[Photo] Illinois alum Veland signs first professional contract

September 10, 2020
Alum Nick Allegretti listens to coaches during a time out during a game in the 2018-2019 season. Allegretti was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs and will serve as a backup center.

[Photo] Ten former Illini currently reside on NFL rosters

September 10, 2020
Junior goalie Sami Sample (0) stands with her arms around her teammates. The team continues to practice every day despite their season being delayed due to COVID-19.

[Photo] Goalkeepers use season cancellation for growth

September 8, 2020
Kelsie Packard poses for a headshot when she was a pitcher at Valparaiso. Packard has recently transferred to Illinois to continue her softball career.

[Photo] Valparaiso graduate transfer acclimates to life at Illinois

September 8, 2020
Former Illini Jordyn Poulter sets the ball during the Final Four match against Nebraska on Dec. 13, 2018. Although the Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences were canceled this fall, the NCAA still plans on holding a tournament in the spring comprised of Power-5 conferences.

[Photo] Volleyball goes on without Big Ten, Pac-12

September 8, 2020
Junior Mike Epstein advances the ball down the field during the game against Penn State on Sept. 21, 2018. Epstein and sophomore Chase Brown will be given a majority of the carries for the Illini this season.

[Photo] Illini running backs look to strengthen offense in new roles

September 7, 2020
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