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

Jake Hasan

Jake Hasan, Assistant Sports Editor for On-Air

`I'm a junior in journalism. I’m the on-air sports editor and host of Illini Drive. In my free time, I enjoy steaks and podcasts.

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Illinois starting pitcher Ty Weber delivers the pitch during game one of the doubleheader against Maryland at Illinois Field on Saturday. The Illini won 5-1.

Illinois loses series against Maryland

By Jake Hasan, Staff writer April 8, 2019
Freshman Brandon Comia throws the ball after tagging an Iowa runner. The Illini’s game agains the Hawkeyes took place on Friday in Iowa City, Iowa.

Hawkeyes sweep Illini in tough defeat

By Jake Hasan, Staff writer April 1, 2019
Cam McDonald nudges a teammate at Illinois Field on Saturday. The Illini had a three-game winning streak before losing to the Indiana State Sycamores 1-3 on Tuesday night.

Illinois strikes out against Indiana State

By Jake Hasan, Staff Writer March 28, 2019
The Illini celebrate their 3-0 victory over Southern Illinois at Illinois Field on Sunday. The teams current 13-3 record is the best 16-game season start since 1989.

Illinois sweeps SIU in home opener

By Jake Hasan, Staff Writer March 19, 2019
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood watches his team from the sideline during the game against Indiana at the State Farm Center on Thursday. The Illini lost 92-74 in their final home game of the season.

Illinois suffers blowout loss to Indiana during final home game of season

By Jake Hasan, Assistant Sports Editor for On-Air March 8, 2019
Illinois forward Giorgi Bezhanishvili (15) high fives members of the Orange Krush after the game against Minnesota at State Farm Center on Wednesday, Jan. 16.

Illinois basketball snaps losing streak with huge 95-68 victory over Minnesota

By Jake Hasan, Assistant sports editor for on-air January 17, 2019
Illinois guard Ayo Dosunmu drives to the basket during the exhibition game against Illinois Wesleyan at the State Farm Center on
Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. The Illini won 83-67.

Feliz, Frazier lead exhibition

By Jake Hasan, On-Air Editor November 5, 2018
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