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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

Wes Hollenberg

Left handed pitcher Payton Hutchings throws the ball during a game against Purdue on April 14. The Illini will be on the road for three games this weekend against Notre Dame, West Virginia and Kansas.

Illinois baseball heads north to Minnesota for first ranked matchup of season

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 4, 2022
Infielder Branden Comia swings his bat during a game against Purdue on April 19. The Illini won their first game against Middle Tennessee on Friday, but fall to Middle Tennessee and Coastal Carolina on Saturday.

Illinois baseball wins Friday game, falls in both games of Saturday doubleheader to fall to 2-4

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 28, 2022
The Illinois baseball team gathers on the pitcher's mound during the game against Purdue on April 18. The Illini will have three games this weekend against Middle Tennessee, Coastal Carolina and UNC Wilmington.

Illinois baseball travels east to North, South Carolina for three nonconference clashes

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 25, 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.

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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 22, 2022
Coach Barry Lunney Jr. speaks with Missouri coach Barry Odom at the Battle Line Rivalry game on Nov. 29, 2019. Lunney will be taking over as the new offensive coordinator for the Illini.

New Illinois football offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. brings new vision, style to Champaign

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 16, 2022
Tony Petersen works with the Illini quarterbacks during summer training camp. Petersen was fired as offensive coordinator by the Illini after one year in Champaign.

Report: Illinois football offensive coordinator Tony Petersen fired after one season in Champaign

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 4, 2022
The Illinois football team celebrates with the Land of Lincoln Trophy after winning the game against Northwestern on Nov. 27 2021.

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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • December 17, 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.

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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 29, 2021
Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams runs with the ball during the game against Northwestern at Memorial Stadium in 2021.

Illini offense dominates in first half, uses strong game plan to tame Wildcats

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 27, 2021
Illinois quarterback Brandon Peters looks for an open teammate during the game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Dec. 12. The team hopes to end their 6-game losing streak against Northwestern during their final game at home.

Illinois football enters final home game looking to snap six-game losing streak against Northwestern

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 23, 2021
Isaiah Gay celebrates during the Illinois football game against No. 17 Iowa on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Isaiah Gay was a big factor on the defensive line in the 33-23 loss.

Iowa likes, dislikes: Isaiah Gay impresses, Brandon Peters’ inconsistencies hold offense back in road loss to Hawkeyes

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 22, 2021
Illinois' defense surrounds an Iowa offensive player during the game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. The Illini fell, 33-23, to the No. 17 Hawkeyes.

Illinois’ offense falters after early success in 33-23 loss to No. 17 Iowa on the road

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 20, 2021
Offensive linebacker Owen Carney sprints toward Wisconsin Quarterback Graham Mertz for a tackle on Oct. 9. The team is traveling to Iowa this weekend for their last game of the season without Bielema, who tested positive for COVID-19 early this week.

Illinois football makes final road trip of season, heads to No. 17 Iowa without Bret Bielema

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 19, 2021
Owen Carney Jr. (99) celebrates with teammates Jartavius Martin (21) and Seth Coleman (49) during Illinois' 14-6 win over No. 20 Minnesota in Minneapolis.

Minnesota likes, dislikes: Chase Brown continues to shine, defense thrives under Ryan Walters in Illinois football’s upset win

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 7, 2021
The Illinois defense surrounds Minnesota running back Ky Thomas in the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Illini defense dominated from start to finish, playing a big part in the team's 14-6 upset over the No. 20 Golden Gophers.

Minnesota notes, grades: Dazzling, dauntless defense dominates in road win over No. 20 Golden Gophers

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 6, 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.

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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • November 5, 2021
Chase Brown carries the ball during Illinois' 20-14 loss to Rutgers at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The Illini never got the run game going despite a solid performance from quarterback Brandon Peters.

Rutgers likes, dislikes: Absent run game, penalties come back to bite in Illini football’s loss to Scarlet Knights

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 31, 2021
Isaiah Williams shakes off a tackle en route to a 52-yard touchdown in the first half against Rutgers on Saturday. The Illini fell to the Scarlet Knights, 20-14, after getting shut out in the second half.

Illinois football struggles in second half in 20-14 loss to Rutgers

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 30, 2021
Head football coach Bret Bielema walks onto the football field before the homecoming game against Wisconsin Oct. 9. The team hopes to continue their momentum against Rutgers this Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Illinois football returns to Memorial Stadium, looks to continue momentum against Rutgers

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 29, 2021
Quarterback Artur Sitkowski begins to throw the ball during the game against Penn State Saturday. Quarterback Brandon Peters is likely to replace Sitkowski after his season-ending injury.

Peters likely returns to starting role following Sitkowski’s season-ending injury

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 26, 2021
The Illinois offensive line huddles during the game against No. 7 Penn State on Saturday. The offensive line proved pivotal in the Illini's historic nine-overtime win despite a few key injuries.

Penn State likes, dislikes: Ground game, defensive dominance outweigh quarterback struggles, injury issues in Illinois football’s historic upset

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 24, 2021
Illinois running back Chase Brown carries the ball during the first half of the game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday.

Illinois football shocks No. 7 Penn State in historic, record-breaking nine-overtime thriller

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 23, 2021
Running back Chase Brown sprints with the ball during the game against Wisconsin Oct. 9. Illinois football travels to Penn State this Saturday in hopes of a monumental victory.

Illinois football travels to Penn State, looks to pull off monumental upset away from Champaign

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 22, 2021
Quarterback Artur Sitkowski handles the ball during the game against Wisconsin Oct. 9. The Illini football runnings backs remain elite while quarterbacks have a tough time.

Illinois football bye week takeaways: Running backs remain elite, quarterback situation remains messy

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 17, 2021
Kerby Joseph intercepts a pass from Wisconsin's Graham Mertz on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Joseph was one of the few bright spots in the Illini's ugly 24-0 loss on Homecoming weekend.

Wisconsin likes, dislikes: Quarterback, offensive line struggles overshadow Kerby Joseph’s takeaway streak in Illinois football’s Homecoming loss

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 10, 2021
Illinois tackles a Wisconsin running back at the goal line in the second half of the Homecoming game against Wisconsin.

Wisconsin dominates Illinois football from start to finish, ruins Homecoming festivities

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 9, 2021
Coach Bret Bielema looks out onto the football field as a play was being made on Oct 2 against Charlotte. The homecoming game on Saturday shall be interesting as Bielema has worked for Wisconsin before.

Illinois football welcomes Wisconsin for Homecoming game, seeks second straight win

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 8, 2021
Kicker Blake Hayes punts the ball during a game. The Daily Illini sports staff breaks down Illinois football’s fourth-down decisions.

Breaking down Illinois football’s fourth-down decisions

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 7, 2021
Isaiah Williams catches the ball during the game against Charlotte on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The Illini took down the 49ers, 24-14, to snap the team's four-game losing streak ahead of Homecoming next weekend.

Illinois football snaps losing streak, Chase Brown explodes for career day in win over Charlotte

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 2, 2021
Kicker James McCourt begins to punt a football during the game against UTSA Sept. 4. The Illini hope to end their losing streak this weekend as they are prepared to play Charlotte on Saturday.

Illinois football hosts Charlotte, looks to end losing skid

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 1, 2021
Quarterback Brandon Peters warms up before the game against Maryland Sept. 17. Illinois football travels to Purdue in search of a first road win of season.

Illinois football travels to Purdue in search of first road win of season

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 24, 2021
Brandon Peters gets ready to pass the ball during Illinois' game against Maryland on Sept. 17. Peters didn't have an ideal return from injury, tossing less than 200 yards and an interception in the Illini's disappointing 20-17 loss to the Terrapins.

Maryland notes, grades: Illinois’ offense falters, defense steps up in heartbreaking home loss

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 18, 2021
Illinois players run out of the tunnel before the team's game against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 4. The Illini look to get back in the win column against the Maryland Terrapins on Friday night.

Illinois to host Maryland, looks to end losing skid

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 17, 2021
The Illinois defensive line prepares for a snap during the game against Nebraska on Aug. 28. Defensive consistency has been a major issue for the Illini, as they have allowed an average of over 33 points per game this season.

Defensive coaching staff looks for turnaround after early-season woes

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 15, 2021
Deuce Spann makes a touchdown catch during the game against Virginia in Charlottesville on Saturday.

Dismal defense, offensive blunders cost Illinois in blowout loss to Virginia

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 11, 2021
Freshman Keith Randolph Jr. lines up head-to-head against UTSA on Sept. 4. The football team will be playing away against Virginia.

Illinois travels to Charlottesville to take on Virginia in first road matchup

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 10, 2021
Art Sitkowski (9) hands the ball off to Jakari Norwood (3) in the first half during the game against the University of Texas at San Antonio at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

Illinois struggles to contain high-powered UTSA offense in disappointing home loss

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 4, 2021
Illinois gets set at the line of scrimmage before a play against Nebraska on Aug. 28, 2021.

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

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 3, 2021
Senior defensive back Tony Adams holds back Nebraska wide receiver Samori Toure during the game at Memorial Stadium Saturday afternoon. The Illini came out on top with a 30-22 win against Nebraska.

Illinois uses second-half momentum to take down Nebraska in season opener

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 28, 2021
Coach Bret Bielema talks to the Illini football team during Training Camp on Aug. 7. The team is set to start their season against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Illinois to open new season, era against Nebraska

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 27, 2021
Punter Blake Hayes goes to celebrate with his teammates during training camp Aug. 6. Coach Bielema inherits a strong veteran which will help in the upcoming season.

‘The Lads’ special teams preview: Bielema inherits strong, veteran unit

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 21, 2021
Illinois linebacker Jake Hansen practices during day 2 of training camp Aug. 6. Coach Bret Bielema hopes to better the defensive unit before the start of the season.

Illinois defense overview: Bielema looks to turn around struggling unit

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 17, 2021
Quarterback Brandon Peters practices at training camp Aug. 6. Illinois football coach Bret Bielema keeps a retained roster for the upcoming season.

Illinois offense overview: Bielema opens season with mostly retained roster

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 12, 2021
Vederian Lowe attends the NIL bill signing at State Farm Center on June 29. Lowe, along with all Illinois representatives at Big Ten Media Days, expressed their excitement for NIL legislation, which went into effect in Illinois on July 1.

Illinois reflects on name, image, likeness changes at Big Ten Media Days

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • July 23, 2021
Junior Taylor Kuper dives for the ball at a match against Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana April 2. Kuper is a force to be reckoned with after overcoming the struggle of finding her role in the first half of the season.

Super Kuper: First-Team All-Big Ten selection reflects on new responsibilities, challenges

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • May 5, 2021
Fighting Illini Athletics Senior Megan Cooney spikes the ball during competition. Cooney will return next year for a fifth season with Illinois volleyball.

Megan Cooney to return for fifth, final season

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 19, 2021
Junior Taylor Kuper serves at a game against Indiana on March 28 at Huff Hall. The Big Ten recently announced that Taylor Kuper and senior Megan Cooney will be apart of their All-Conference teams.

Taylor Kuper, Megan Cooney named to All-Big Ten teams

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 8, 2021
Sophomore Kennedy Collins jumps to spike a ball in the game against Indiana on March 27. The Illinois volleyball team lost to Purdue yesterday, but redeemed themselves with a 3-2 win today.

Illinois splits matches against No. 8 Purdue, ends season on high note

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 3, 2021
The Illinois volleyball team huddles up for a talk with coach Chris Tamas in a game against Indiana on Saturday. The struggling team will face Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana on Friday and Saturday.

Illinois to close turbulent season at Purdue

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 2, 2021
The Illinois volleyball team cheers by their bench in a game against Indiana Saturday. The bench was full of energy this weekend with family members finally allowed in the stands at Huff Hall.

Illinois finds energy with its bench

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 1, 2021
Junior Taylor Kuper bumps a volleyball during a game against Indiana Saturday at Huff Hall. The Illinois women’s volleyball team ended one of their longest losing streaks with two wins against the Hoosiers this weekend.

Illinois prevails in pair of wins over Indiana

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 28, 2021
Senior Kylie Bruder sets the ball for Rylee Hinton during a game against Ohio State on Feb. 19. The Fighting Illini women’s volleyball team will host their last home meet against Indiana while honoring their seniors this weekend.

Illinois to host Indiana for season’s final home matches

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 26, 2021
Raina Terry starts her serve during the game against Ohio State on Feb. 19. The Fighting Illini beat Maryland on Friday and Saturday ending their 10-match losing streak.

Illinois snaps losing streak with pair of wins over Maryland

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 20, 2021
Diana Brown sets the volleyball for a teammate in the game against Nebraska on March 5. The Fighting Illini hope to break their losing streak this weekend as they are scheduled to play against 4-10 Maryland at Huff Hall.

Illinois returns to Huff Hall, faces Maryland on 10-match losing streak

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 19, 2021
The Illinois volleyball team huddles on the court during a match against Minnesota on March 13. The Illini lost to the Golden Gophers in both matches this weekend.

Illinois drops two matches to Minnesota

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 13, 2021
Illinois looks to end eight-match losing streak at Minnesota

Illinois looks to end eight-match losing streak at Minnesota

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 12, 2021
Senior Megan Cooney spikes the ball during the game against Ohio State on Feb. 19. The women's volleyball team lost two matches to Nebraska this weekend.

Illinois continues losing streak, drops two matches to Nebraska

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 7, 2021
Junior Taylor Kuper bumps the ball during the game against Ohio State on Feb. 19. Illinois will face Nebraska twice this weekend.

Illinois to host Nebraska, looks to end six-match skid

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 5, 2021
Outside hitter Raina Terry hits the ball against Ohio State on Feb. 19, 2020 at Huff Hall. After overcoming mono in December, Terry has been a valuable player to the struggling Illini.

Freshman Raina Terry a bright spot for struggling Illini

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 1, 2021
Illinois head coach Chris Tamas speaks to his team during a time out at the match against Ohio State on Friday. The team now has a 2-6 record.

Illinois continues cold streak, drops matches to Ohio State

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 20, 2021
Sophomore Rylee Hinton jumps to spike the ball during the match against Penn State on Feb. 7. The Illinois volleyball team will face Ohio State this weekend.

Illinois to host undefeated Ohio State

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 19, 2021
Senior setter Kylie Bruder rises up to serve during a game against Wisconsin at Huff Hall on Jan. 29. Bruder has overcome many challenges to become one of the team’s star players this season.

Kylie Bruder steps into expanded role with new offense

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 15, 2021
Senior Megan Cooney celebrates with her teammates after scoring a point during the match against Penn State on Feb. 5. Cooney is this week’s Illini of the Week.

Illini of the Week: Cooney sets career high 20 kills, surpasses 1000 career kills

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 11, 2021
Freshman Raina Terry winds up to serve the ball during the match against Penn State on Saturday. The Illini fell to the Nittany Lions 3-1 and 3-2 in two matches.

Illinois drops two close matches to No. 9 Penn State

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 7, 2021
Redshirt Freshman Ellie Holzman serves during the match against Wisconsin on Sunday. The Illini will face off against Penn State tonight and tomorrow.

Illinois to face No. 9 Penn State for weekend matches

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 5, 2021
Redshirt freshman Ellie Holzman winds up to spike the ball during the game against Wisconsin on Friday. The Illini lost their two matches against the No.1 ranked Wisconsin 3-0 and 3-1 this weekend.

Illini lose first two home matches to No. 1 Wisconsin

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 30, 2021
Illinois head coach Chris Tamas talks to his team during a timeout in the match against Nebraska in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament at the Target Center on Dec. 13, 2018. Illinois will have its home opener today against Wisconsin at Huff Hall.

Illinois to host top-ranked Wisconsin in home opener

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 29, 2021
Redshirt freshman Ellie Holzman serves against Iowa on Friday in Iowa City, Iowa.

Ellie Holzman dominant in Illinois’ opening weekend, first collegiate match

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 28, 2021
Redshirt Freshman Ellie Holzman bumps the ball during the game against Iowa on Saturday.

Illinois continues strong start, completes sweep over Iowa

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 23, 2021
The Illinois volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point during the match against Iowa on Friday.

Illinois starts season strong with 3-1 win at Iowa

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 22, 2021
The Illinois volleyball team places a game during the 2019-2020 season. The team will play its first match of this season today at Iowa.

Illinois kicks off 2021 season at Iowa for first time in over a year

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 22, 2021
Junior Taylor Kuper bumps the ball during the game against Michigan on Nov. 1, 2019.

Illini defensive specialists prepare for expanded role

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 19, 2021
A post from the official Illinois volleyball Instagram details the team's schedule for the 2020-2021 season.

Illinois releases volleyball schedule

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • December 30, 2020
Sophomores Kyla Swanson and Kennedy Collins block a spike during the match against Tennessee on Sept. 1, 2019. Collins and two of her teammates stayed in touch last semester to workout over zoom.

Illinois middle blockers prepare for spotlight

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 26, 2020
Volleyball head coach Chris Tamas watches from the sidelines during the game against Penn State on Nov. 15. Tamas remains optimistic about the extended offseason and the opportunity for new player improvement.

Tamas prepares young team for spring season

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 8, 2020
Head volleyball coach Chris Tamas speaks with current senior Megan Cooney during the game against Tennessee on Sept. 1, 2019.

Shorter practices may be Illini’s secret to success

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 30, 2020
Then junior Megan Cooney speaks to her team during the game against Marquette at Redbird Arena on Sept. 14, 2019 in Normal, IL.

Megan Cooney ready for final run with Illini

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 23, 2020
Redshirt sophomore Diana Brown sets the ball during the Orange vs Blue Scrimmage on Aug. 24, 2019. Following her redshirt season, Brown has looked to establish leadership on the court.

Diana Brown looks to grow into leadership role

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 21, 2020
Redshirt freshman Ellie Holzman officially commits to the University of Illinois on Nov. 29, 2018. Holzman is expected to fill some of the gaps left by the prior seniors.

Newcomers bring new look to Illini volleyball

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 14, 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.

Volleyball goes on without Big Ten, Pac-12

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • September 8, 2020
Joe Salisbury (left) and Rajeev Ram pose with their trophy after the pair won the Australian Open men’s doubles competition on Feb. 2. The NCAA looks to professionals such as the pair to make new rules for tennis.

NCAA may look to professionals for tennis rule changes

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 27, 2020
The Illinois Women's Tennis team huddles before the match against Eastern Michigan on Jan. 26.

Tennis requires change to return after spring season cancellation

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • July 7, 2020
Junior Jaclyn Switkes serves the ball during the match against Furman on Feb. 10, 2018.

Illini women’s tennis reflects on refreshing trips

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • June 19, 2020
Illinois' Asuka Kawai returns the ball during the match against Notre Dame at Atkins Tennis Center on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019. The Illini won 4-3.

Kawai, Rabinowitz named to Big Ten All-Conference team

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • June 2, 2020
Junior Jaclyn Switkes serves the ball during the match against Furman on Feb. 10, 2018.

Team of the century: 2017-2018 women’s tennis team leverage young talent to all-time high

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • May 14, 2020
Illinois head coach Evan Clark talks to his team during the match against Rutgers at Atkins Tennis Center on Friday, March 29, 2019. The Illini won 6-1.

Clark uses fitness challenge to raise money for community

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 24, 2020
The Fighting Illini Women's Tennis Team smiles for a photo at the Atkins Tennis Center.

Illinois find success at Atkins Tennis Center

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 16, 2020
Illinois Women's Tennis Head Coach Evan Clark, wearing a white hat and sunglasses, huddles with his team before matches begin during a meet against Arizona State on May 4, 2019.

Clark rises to 100 wins following back-to-back victories

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • April 2, 2020
Freshman Josie Frazier stands and laughs after a team huddle during the meet against Eastern Michigan on Jan. 26.

Illini of the season: Top players lead through up and down tennis season

By Wes Hollenberg and Danielle Rhody • March 30, 2020
Freshman Josie Frazier prepares for a serve during the Illinois

Illini’s tough season ended by cancelations

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • March 19, 2020
Illini travel to Texas to face Texas A&M, Baylor this weekend

Illini travel to Texas to face Texas A&M, Baylor this weekend

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 13, 2020
Illinois head coach Evan Clark talks to his team during the match against Rutgers at Atkins Tennis Center on Friday, March 29, 2019. The Illini won 6-1.

Illini drops three losses at ITA National Indoor Championships

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • February 12, 2020
Junior Asuka Kawai prepares for a serve at the Atkins Tennis Center against Eastern Michigan on Sunday.

Illini rack up two dual wins in spring season opener

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • January 28, 2020
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