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

Gabby Hajduk

Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor

Jackson Raper celebrates with teammates at home plate after hitting a home run against Northwestern Friday at Illinois Field. The Illini beat the Wildcats 12-8 Friday but ultimately lost the series 2-1.

Illini drop first home series to Wildcats

By Gabby Hajduk, Staff Writer March 28, 2021
Branden Comia prepares for a pitch during the game against Minnesota at U.S. Bank Stadium on March 13. The Illini won the series against the Golden Gophers and are now 4-4 this season.

Illinois bounces back with series win at Minnesota

By Gabby Hajduk, Former Sports Editor March 16, 2021
Junior Ayo Dosunmu attempts to pivot around two defenders during the game against Wisconsin on Feb. 6. Dosunmu won the Bob Cousy Award Saturday afternoon.

Four Illini earn All-Big Ten honors

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor March 11, 2021
Junior Ayo Dosunmu looks to pass during the game against Penn State on Jan. 19. Dosunmu has recently made the top 10 list to receive the Bob Cousy Point Guard of the Year Award.

Ayo Dosunmu makes top 10 list for Cousy Award

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor January 27, 2021
Senior Jake Hansen takes a deep breath before a play during competition. Hansen has declared for the NFL Draft following the 2020 season.

Jake Hansen, Kendrick Green head to NFL Draft

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor December 29, 2020
The Illini Football team erupts in celebration after defeating the Michigan State Spartans on Nov. 9, 2019. The Illini won 37-34. The Illini now have the chance to build on the success in 2019 as this season is set to start Oct. 23-24.

Big Ten reinstates 2020 football season

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor September 16, 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.

Ten former Illini currently reside on NFL rosters

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor September 10, 2020
I-Guides assist a father as they help a student move into their dorm during Fall 2016.

You can be civil with your roommate

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor August 17, 2020
Lovie Smith answering questions at the individual podiums at the Hilton on Michigan Ave at Big Ten Media Days on Thursday/

Big Ten postpones Fall 2020 sports season

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor August 11, 2020
The Netflix homepage displays itself on a laptop screen

Binge these Netflix shows in quarantine

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor July 31, 2020
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