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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
Head coach Bret Bielema gets ready to lead his field out on the field against Purdue on Oct. 2 at Ross-Ade Stadium.

[Photo] Illini’s playoff hopes trampled by Huskies

By Ben Somerville, Senior Sports Reporter • Oct 25, 2025
Senior receiver Hank Beatty celebrates during the game against Purdue on Oct. 4.

[Photo] Beatty, Bielema earn national recognition

By Sofia Boddy, Contributing Writer • Oct 15, 2025
Illinois huddles ahead of its match against Northwestern on Oct. 27, 2024.

[Photo] Buckeyes overwhelm exhausted Illini in 3-0 shutout

By Brie Dirl, Staff Writer • Sep 29, 2025
Senior catcher Paige Berkmeyer strolls to the plate against Michigan State on April 12.

[Photo] Illinois drops series to Ohio State

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • May 6, 2025
Redshirt sophomore utility player Yazzy Avila stands on second after stealing the base against Michigan State on April 13.

[Photo] Column | 7 innings not enough, Illinois falls short against Eastern Illinois

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025
Illinois baseball against Indiana on April 13 at Illinois Field in Champaign.

[Photo] Illinois pitching shines during midweek win over Bradley

By Eric Brewer, Staff Writer • May 1, 2025
(L-R) Redshirt sophomore outfielder Alaina Miller and assistant coach Brendan Goler look towards the mound from first base during the game against Michigan State on April 12.

[Photo] What to watch for as Illini enter final Big Ten series

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025
Redshirt junior right-handed pitcher Ben Plumley fires a pitch against Indiana on April 12.

[Photo] Illini set for penultimate road trip of season

By Brendan Gallian, Sports Editor • May 2, 2025
Junior shortstop Lizzie Stiverson stands in the box against the Michigan State Spartans on April 13.

[Photo] Column | Coming to a close

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • Apr 29, 2025
Four players, including junior infielder and pitcher Grant Ross and redshirt sophomore infielder Kyle Schupmann, talk on the infield during a game against Indiana on April 12.

[Photo] Illinois take 2 from Purdue, left with sour taste after Game 3 drubbing

By Brendan Gallian, Sports Editor • Apr 29, 2025
Freshman utility player Keirys Click prepares to throw to first base against Michigan State on April 13.

[Photo] A very solid week for Illinois 

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Apr 25, 2025
(L-R) Sophomore infielder Eileen Donahue and freshman utility player Keirys Click talk on the infield during a game against the Michigan State Spartans on April 13th.

[Photo] Opinion | Time for softball to hit panic button

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Apr 22, 2025
The Illini huddle near the pitching circle during their game against the Michigan State Spartans on April 16.

[Photo] Illinois remains strong, defeats Valparaiso in midweek matchup

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • Apr 17, 2025
Redshirt sophomore utility player Yazzy Avila celebrates after stealing second base against Michigan State on April 13.

[Photo] Column | Illini never gave up, it paid off

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • Apr 15, 2025
Sophomore outfielder Cameron Chee-Aloy stands in the box against Indiana on April 12.

[Photo] Illini showcase strong pitching in series win over Hoosiers

By Brendan Gallian, Sports Editor • Apr 15, 2025
Junior right-handed pitcher Karley Yergler delivers a pitch against Saint Louis on March 5.

[Photo] Illini drop 2 of 3 to Wildcats

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Apr 8, 2025
(L to R) Alaina Miller and Yazzy Avila celebrate the team's 5-0 victory over Saint Louis on March 3.

[Photo] Opinion | It’s time for Illinois to turn things around

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Apr 5, 2025
Redshirt sophomore utility player Yazzy Avila slides into home plate during a game against Saint Louis on March 3.

[Photo] Opinion | Peaks, valleys from Illinois’ crucial win over Western Illinois

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • Apr 3, 2025
Stefan Djordevic engages with students in his April 2 Lecture at Lincoln Hall

[Photo] Stefan Djordjevic, ‘The Lighthouse’

By Qaasim Jatoi, News Editor • Apr 10, 2025
Redshirt sophomore outfielder Alaina Miller stands at second base during a game against Saint Louis on March 3, 2025.

[Photo] Illinois flattened by Washington, weekend cut short by inclement weather

By Tess Eken, Staff Writer • Apr 1, 2025
Junior right-handed pitcher/utility player Karley Yergler throws a ball to a Saint Louis batter during a game on March 3, 2025.

[Photo] Illini fall in extra innings to Panthers

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Mar 27, 2025
Freshman infielder Taylor Porter stands at home plate during a game against Saint Louis on March 3, 2025.

[Photo] Column | No need to panic

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 25, 2025
Junior infielder Gabrielle Debevec walks to high-five head coach Tyra Perry during a game against Saint Louis on March 3.

[Photo] Matchups to spot in Illinois’ tough road test at No. 8 Oregon

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 21, 2025
Junior right-handed pitcher/utility player Karley Yergler throws a ball toward first base during a game against Saint Louis on March 3.

[Photo] First conference series breakdown, takeaways

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 16, 2025
The Illini celebrate at home plate as redshirt sophomore utility player Yazzy Avila rounds her way around the diamond after a home run on March 3.

[Photo] Teams to watch out for as Illinois begins Big Ten battles

By Tess Eken, Assistant Sports Editor • Mar 14, 2025
Illinois softball in a circle before a game against Saint Louis on March 3.

[Photo] Weekend of positives for Illini softball

By Zach Shapero, Staff Writer • Mar 13, 2025