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

Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor

DI Sports podcast: Shannon the key to success in March

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor February 24, 2023
Illinois defense swarms the Minnesota quarterback on Saturday during the 26-14 win.

No. 18 Illini pass Big Ten West test

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor October 15, 2022
Redshirt freshman Lucas Byrd lifts his opponent off the ground while competing at the Big Ten Championships on Sunday. Byrd placed 3rd in the 133-pounds weight class.

Byrd carries struggling Illini in Big Ten tournament

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor March 8, 2021
Junior Avrey Steiner fields a ball during competition. Steiner has been the most successful Illinois softball player so far this season, striking out only twice in 23 plate appearances in Florida.

Steiner keeps it simple as she leads Illini lineup

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor March 4, 2021
Members of the Illinois softball team gather at the mound to talk strategy during competition. The team won out in both games against Rutgers during a double-header on Friday.

Illini offense awakens in sweep over Rutgers

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 26, 2021
Junior Avrey Steiner hits the ball during the Orange & Blue World Series on Oct. 25. The Illini will begin their 2021 season playing against multiple opponents in Florida this weekend.

Illinois needs aggressive hitting in Florida

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 25, 2021
Former Illini running back Reggie Corbin rushes the ball during a game against Wisconsin at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 19, 2019. Corbin signed a deal with the BC Lions in Canada to continue his playing career.

Reggie Corbin looks to jump-start football career in Canada

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 22, 2021
Illinois head coach Tyra Perry smiles as she walks past the Illinois dugout during the game against Northwestern at Eichelberger Field on Mar. 28, 2018.  Perry is excited for her team to begin play soon.

Illini to kick off All-Big Ten schedule in Florida bubble

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 18, 2021
New Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema receives a personalized jersey from Josh Whitman on Dec. 22. Bielema plans to recruit future players from Illinois to increase chances of team success.

Bielema plans on increased state, transfer portal presence

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 15, 2021
Junior Lucy Lux-Rulon competes in the long jump event during the Illini B1G Multi-Meet on Jan. 30. The Illinois track team finished the regular season on Saturday.

Familiar faces lead the Illini in season finale

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 13, 2021
Sophomore Alexander Babbington competes in a running event during the Illini B1G Multi-Meet on Jan. 30.

Illini dominate 800m dash, long toss in Nebraska

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor February 6, 2021
Sophomore Alexander Babbington competes in the shotput event during the Heptathlon at the meet at the Armory on Friday.

Illini women shine in Big Ten title with 3rd place finish

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 30, 2021
Football head coach Bret Bielema speaks to the media during his frist press conference since his hiring on Wednesday. Bielema will focus on recruiting players from Illinois and restructuring the team in general.

Commitment, family will help lead Bielema in recruiting

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 29, 2021
Aman Thornton poses for a headshot. Thornton took home first place in the 600-meter premier at the Larry Wieczorek Invitational this weekend.

Illini finish strong in Iowa, came close to more success

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 23, 2021
Roderick Perry tackles the opposing ball carrier during the game against Iowa on Dec. 5. Perry is signing with the Cleveland Browns as undrafted free agent.

Perry bets on NFL future with return to Bielema

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 21, 2021
Senior defensive end Owen Carney (99) moves to tackle the opposing ball carrier during the game against Minnesota on Nov. 7.

Bielema provides instant credibilty to struggling program

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 20, 2021
Sophomore Olivia Howell competes in a relay race during a meet. Howell broke the Illinois record for fastest womens 1000m during the tri-meet against Wisconsin and Northwestern on Saturday.

Illini win eight events amid Wisconsin road trip

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 16, 2021
J-Naya Ephraim drives to the basketball during Illinois game at Michigan Sunday. The Illini fell 70-50

Shooting woes slow down Illini in 70-50 loss to Michigan

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor January 10, 2021
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