WBB Game 3 Notes: Central Michigan at Illinois Nov 18, 2009
Eboni Mitchell and the Illini host Central Michigan at Assembly Hall Wednesday night at 7 p.m.. Game 3 - Central Michigan (0-1) at Illinois (1-1). (Fightingillini.com)
Former Illini Weber Relishes World Series Ride with Yankees Nov 17, 2009
Former Illini pitcher Brett Weber was a member of the coaching staff for the world champion New York Yankees this season. By Ben Taylor, Illinois Sports Information. (Fightingillini.com)
Anderson Spoils Upset Bid at JSM Challenger Nov 17, 2009
Kevin Anderson advanced to the second round at the JSM Challenger. - Seventh-seeded former Illini closed out action Monday at the JSM Challenger at Atkins Tennis Center with a three-set victory over Filip Prpic, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in the final match of the night. (Fightingillini.com)
No. 5 Illinois Dominates Ohio State, 3-1 Nov 16, 2009
Senior Kylie McCulley recorded a double-double with a match-high 15 kills and 14 digs. COLUMBUS, Ohio - The No. 5 Illini volleyball team returned to its winning ways on Sunday, defeating Ohio State 3-1 (25-17, 25-8, 18-25, 25-21) at St. John Arena. (Fightingillini.com)
Fighting Illini Run Away From Siena Nov 16, 2009
Lacey Simpson had 7 points, 6 assists and 6 steals in only 14 minutes during Illinois' 32-point win over Siena. - Illinois rebounded from Friday's season-opening overtime loss at Temple in a big way Sunday afternoon, running all over Siena for an 85-53 victory at Assembly Hall. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Fall in Second Round of Qualifying Draw Nov 16, 2009
No. 7-seed Kevin Anderson will be in action tomorrow at the JSM Challenger. - The second round of qualifying play at the JSM Challenger was not as kind to the Illini, as juniors and both fell in matches earlier today at the Atkins Tennis Center in Urbana, Ill. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Falls to Northwestern, 21-16 Nov 15, 2009
Charest completed 14 of 27 passes for 146 yards and a touchdown. (AP) - Mike Kafka threw for 305 yards and a touchdown and ran for another score and Sherrick McManis made a last-minute interception to preserve Northwestern's 21-16 win Saturday over Illinois. (Fightingillini.com)
Two Illini Advance in Qualifying Play at JSM Challenger Nov 15, 2009
Connor Roth advanced to the second round of qualifying singles at the JSM Challenger. - Qualifying play began earlier today at the JSM Challenger held at the Atkins Tennis Center in Urbana, Ill. (Fightingillini.com)
Bizzarri Wins, Leads Illini to Automatic Bid to NCAA... Nov 15, 2009
Bizzarri Wins, Leads Illini to Automatic Bid to NCAA Championships - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Women's Cross Country, Track | | | Bizzarri Wins, Leads Illini to Automatic Bid to NCAA Championships Senior crowned champion of meet as Illini finish second. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Open Season With Heartbreaking OT Loss in Philly Nov 14, 2009
Jenna Smith had her 33rd career double-double against Temple. - Fighting Illini opened the season with a heart-breaking 82-78 loss to Temple Friday night at McGonigle Hall in Philadelphia. (Fightingillini.com)
Dasso Signs Pair to Letters of Intent Nov 14, 2009
Head coach Michelle Dasso announced the addition of two five-star recruits for next season. - Two five-star recruits, according to TennisRecruiting. (Fightingillini.com)
No. 5 Illini Fall to No. 1 Penn State, 3-0 Nov 14, 2009
Junior Laura DeBruler had a match-high 18 kills, but the Illini couldn't overcome top-ranked Penn State. - had a match-high 18 kills, but it wasn't enough for the No. 5 Illini, who fell to No. 1 Penn State in three sets, 20-25, 25-27, 15-25. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Tops Southern Illinois-Edwardsville In Season... Nov 14, 2009
Illinois Tops Southern Illinois-Edwardsville In Season Opener, 96-69 - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Men's Basketball | | | Illinois Tops Southern Illinois-Edwardsville In Season Opener, 96-69 Brandon Paul scored 22 points in Friday's win. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini finish fall season ranked ninth Nov 14, 2009
Scott Langley had a 71. 60 stroke average during the fall. (Fightingillini.com)
Northwestern, Illinois Set to Play for First Land of... Nov 14, 2009
Northwestern, Illinois Set to Play for First Land of Lincoln Trophy - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Football | | | Northwestern, Illinois Set to Play for First Land of Lincoln Trophy Trophy designed by Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Dick Locher. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Signs Top-10 Recruiting Class Nov 13, 2009
- Illinois head coach announced today the signing of three student-athletes to national letters of intent in Jereme Richmond, Crandall Head and Meyers Leonard. The Recruiting Services Consensus Index lists all three players in the Top 75, giving the Fighting Illini the No. 4 class in the nation by ESPNU, No. 6 nationally by Scout. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Open At Temple Friday; Host Siena Sunday Nov 13, 2009
Lacey Simpson and the Illini are looking to start the season strong this weekend. Game 1 - Illinois (0-0) at Temple (0-0). (Fightingillini.com)
Angel Steps Down as Illinois Men's Track and Field Coach Nov 13, 2009
Wayne Angel stepped down as head coach of the UI men's track and field program after six seasons. - University of Illinois Director of Athletics Ron Guenther announced today that has resigned after six full seasons as head coach of the UI men's track and field program. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Ink 3 Top Wrestlers Nov 13, 2009
Jamie Clark, the No. 7 overall national recruit and top 130-pounder in the country signs his National Letter of Intent Wednesday. - Illinois head coach announced the signing of three student-athletes - including two top-25 national recruits - to National Letters of Intent Thursday. (Fightingillini.com)
Law Signs Pair of Top-100 Recruits Nov 13, 2009
Jolette Law announced the signing of Alexis Burke and Centrese McGee on Thursday. - Illinois women's basketball coach announced the signing of two talented student-athletes to national letters of intent on Thursday during the early signing period. (Fightingillini.com)
#19 Illini Drop Hard-Fought 18-16 Battle to #10 Missouri Nov 13, 2009
19 Illini Drop Hard-Fought 18-16 Battle to #10 Missouri - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Wrestling | | | #19 Illini Drop Hard-Fought 18-16 Battle to #10 Missouri Illini Fall to Mizzou. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Sign 6 to Letters of Intent Nov 12, 2009
Head coach Dan Hartleb signed six student-athletes to national letters of intent Wednesday. - Illinois coach announced the signing of six student-athletes to national letters of intent Wednesday. (Fightingillini.com)
Sullivan Signs Two Illinois Natives to Letters of Intent Nov 12, 2009
Outfielder Alex Booker is one of two signees who will join the team in 2010-11. - Illinois softball head coach announced today the signing of two in-state student-athletes to national letters of intent. (Fightingillini.com)
Mutz Named to Big Ten All-Freshman Team Nov 12, 2009
Forward Shayla Mutz was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team with the release of the confernce accolades. - Forward was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, representing Illinois as the conference office announced its season accolades today. (Fightingillini.com)
Volleyball signs three to Class of 2010 Nov 12, 2009
Kevin Hambly announced his first recruiting class as head coach. - Illinois continues to bring in national-level talent to a program, now among the top five in the country. (Fightingillini.com)
Women's Gymnastics Signs Three to Letters of Intent Nov 12, 2009
Head coach Bob Starkell is excited about the addition of Sarah, Elizabeth and Amber to next year's Illini squad. - University of Illinois women's gymnastics coach announced the addition of three gymnasts to his squad for the 2010-11 season. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Game Notes vs. SIU Edwardsville Nov 12, 2009
Demetri McCamey and the No. 23 Illini open the 2009-10 regular season Friday night, facing SIU Edwardsville at 7 pm at the Assembly Hall. ILLINOIS FIGHTING ILLINI BASKETBALL Game 1 // #23 Illinois (24-10 in 2008-09) vs. SIU Edwardsville (10-20 in 2008-09) Nov. 13, 2009 // 7 p.m. CT // Champaign, Ill. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini put 11-match win streak on the line Nov 11, 2009
Kylie McCulley and the Fighting Illini head to State College and Columbus this weekend. Top-five match this week in State College Two of the nation's top-five teams square off Friday night as No. 1 Penn State hosts No. 5 Illinois. (Fightingillini.com)
Hoomanawanui and Asamoah Accept Bids to East-West Shrine ... Nov 11, 2009
Hoomanawanui and Asamoah Accept Bids to East-West Shrine Game - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Football | | | Hoomanawanui and Asamoah Accept Bids to East-West Shrine Game Illini Gridders to Play in Senior All-Star Game in Orlando. (Fightingillini.com)
Coach Zook Meets With The Media Nov 11, 2009
Coach Ron Zook's Fighting Illini will be looking for their third consecutive victory Saturday when they host Northwestern. Opening Statement: "First of all let me just say that I'm really happy. It's kind of fun to be able to see our players enjoy the last couple weeks and kind of have a little looseness about them. Although they understand this is a big challenge, it's good to be able to see them celebrate. I think the locker room celebrations have been special and they're something that we'll... (Fightingillini.com)
Laura DeBruler named Big Ten Player of the Week Nov 10, 2009
Laura DeBruler now has 1,533 kills for her career. - Illinois junior has been named the Big Ten Player of the Week. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Blend Youth, Experience in 2009-10 Nov 10, 2009
Illini Blend Youth, Expeirience in 2009-10 - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Wrestling | | | Illini Blend Youth, Expeirience in 2009-10 Bond, Dergo Lead Talented but Young Group. (Fightingillini.com)
Game 10: Illinois (3-6, 2-5) vs. Northwestern (6-4, 3-3) Nov 10, 2009
DL Clay Nurse made life miserable last Saturday for the Minnesota offense, tallying four sacks. This Saturday's game against Northwestern marks the 103rd meeting between the two teams and is the first for the newly created Land of Lincoln rivalry trophy. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Defeat Quincy, 84-63 Nov 9, 2009
D.J. Richardson scored a game-high 23 points on 9-of-13 shooting, including 5-of-8 from 3-point range, to lead the Illini vs. Quincy. - Illinois closed out exhibition play Sunday afternoon with an 84-63 victory over Quincy at the Assembly Hall. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Cruise Past Flyers, 75-40, in Lone Exhibition Nov 9, 2009
Brianna Jones had 10 points and nine rebounds and helped the Illini defense hold Lewis to 29 percent shooting. - Fighting Illini took the Assembly Hall floor for the first time Sunday afternoon, cruising to a 75-40 exhibition win over Lewis University. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Claim Back Draw Doubles Title Nov 8, 2009
Marek Czerwinski and Dennis Nevolo won the back draw doubles title at the ITA National Indoor Championships. - The Illini doubles duo of sophomore and senior won two straight matches earlier today, en route to claiming the back draw doubles title at the ITA National Indoor Championships hosted by Yale University. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Holds Off Minnesota 35-32 Nov 8, 2009
Jacob Charest had a big game for the Illini in the road victory. MINNEAPOLIS (AP)--Terry Hawthorne returned an interception for a touchdown and had four of Illinois' seven sacks to lead the Illini to a 35-32 victory over Minnesota on Saturday. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini win streak reaches 11 Nov 8, 2009
Laura DeBruler now has 1,533 kills for her career. - Fifth-ranked Illinois entered Saturday night's tilt winners of 10 straight Big Ten matches, the school's longest conference streak in 17 years. (Fightingillini.com)
#5 Illini win 'Gut Check' Match over #15 Michigan Nov 7, 2009
5 Illini win 'Gut Check' Match over #15 Michigan - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Women's Volleyball | | | #5 Illini win 'Gut Check' Match over #15 Michigan Laura DeBruler surpasses 1,500 kills in victory over #15 Michigan. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Open Play at Western Michigan Super Challenge Nov 7, 2009
Amy Allin and Annie McCarthy improved to 12-1 in doubles for the fall. - The Fighting Illini women's tennis team went 5-3 in opening action at the Western Michigan Super Challenge, which includes players from DePaul, Indiana, Iowa State, Louisville and Notre Dame. (Fightingillini.com)
Fighting Illini Eager to Take the Floor on Sunday Nov 7, 2009
Fabiola Josil and the Illini host Lewis Sunday in their only exhibition before the 2009-10 season. -- Fans can get their first look at 2009-10 squad in action this Sunday, Nov. 8, when the Fighting Illini host Lewis University at Assembly Hall in a preseason exhibition game. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Fly Past Illinois State, 183-117 Nov 7, 2009
Jen Ivarson broke Illinois State's pool record in the 400 IM with a time of 4:29. - The Illinois swimming and diving team defeated host Illinois State, 183-117 in action earlier tonight. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois-Gonzaga Tickets On Sale Friday Nov 6, 2009
Get your tickets now to catch Mike Davis and the 2009-10 Fighting Illini in action. - Illinois men's basketball tickets continue to move and fans have many opportunities to catch the action as the 23rd-ranked Fighting Illini begin the 2009-10 season. (Fightingillini.com)
2009-10 Illini Women's Basketball Season Outlook Nov 6, 2009
Head Coach Jolette Law begins her third season at the helm of the Illini program. The Illinois women's basketball team enters the 2009-10 season hungry to take the next step toward becoming a championship-caliber program. (Fightingillini.com)
Four Illinois athletes named Academic All-District Nov 6, 2009
Johannah Bangert and Laura DeBruler were each named First Team Academic All-District. - The 2009 CoSIDA/ESPN the Magazine Academic All-District Teams were announced for football and women's volleyball on Thursday and four Illinois athletes earned distinction in District 5. (Fightingillini.com)
Nevolo Advances at ITA National Indoor Championships Nov 6, 2009
Dennis Nevolo advanced to the second round of the singles main draw. - Preseason No. 24 advanced to the second round of the singles main draw earlier today at the ITA National Indoor Championships hosted by Yale University, defeating No. 28 Diego Cubas (South Carolina), 6-1, 6-2. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini in the NFL-Week 8 Nov 5, 2009
Pierre Thomas, RB, New Orleans Saints. RB- New Orleans Saints: Rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in the Saints' win over the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night. (Fightingillini.com)
Big Ten Network to Show Four Football Games Saturday Nov 5, 2009
FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. FightingIllini. (Fightingillini.com)
Jenna Smith Among Candidates for Lowe's Senior CLASS Award Nov 5, 2009
Jenna Smith is now a preseason candidate for three major national awards. OVERLAND PARK, KS - Sixty NCAA men's and women's basketball student-athletes who excel both on and off the court were tabbed as candidates today for the 2009-10 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award. (Fightingillini.com)
No. 5 Illinois (18-3, 10-2) hosts No. 15 Michigan,... Nov 5, 2009
No. 5 Illinois (18-3, 10-2) hosts No. 15 Michigan, Michigan State this weekend - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Women's Volleyball | | | No. 5 Illinois (18-3, 10-2) hosts No. 15 Michigan, Michigan State this weekend Illinois Volleyball Week 11 Match Notes. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini End Fall on a High Note Nov 5, 2009
Scott Langley had the Illini's best third round score (68). No. 6 Illinois began and ended the fall with its best two rounds of the season. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Travel to Northwestern For Finale Nov 5, 2009
Sophomore Marissa Mykines leads the Illini in shot attempts this season. Game 19: ILLINOIS (7-8-3, 2-5-2 Big Ten) at NORTHWESTERN (6-10-2, 3-5-1). (Fightingillini.com)
Coach Zook Addresses Reporters Nov 4, 2009
Coach Ron Zook and the Fighting Illini will head north this weekend to take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Opening Statement: "I'm happy for our fans and I'm happy for our players. I think Saturday's game gave everybody a breath of fresh air and I'm happy that our players got the opportunity to enjoy some of the benefits of the hard work that we put in. As we told them last night, with that being said, there's no rest for the weary. It's like jumping out of the frying pan into the fire because... (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Finish 17th at Challenge at Onion Creek Nov 4, 2009
Sophomore Kaitlyn Wampler shot a second round 71 at the Challenge at Onion Creek. Austin, Texas - The Challenge at Onion Creek, as well as the 2009 fall season, wrapped up for the Illinois women's golf team Tuesday. (Fightingillini.com)
Perry Promoted to Associate Head Coach Nov 4, 2009
Carl Perry has been promoted to associate head coach heading into the 2009-10 season. - Illinois head coach announced the promotion of to the position of associate head coach on Tuesday. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini up to third at Turtle Bay Nov 4, 2009
Zach Barlow is at -1 through 36 holes in Hawaii. No. 6 Illinois has one more round left in the fall season -- that comes Wednesday afternoon at the Turtle Bay Collegiate Invitational hosted by the University of Hawaii. (Fightingillini.com)
Illinois Athletics Announces Launch of FightingIllini.com... Nov 4, 2009
FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS ... Illinois Athletics Announces Launch of FightingIllini. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Ninth at Challenge at Onion Creek as Play is Suspened Nov 3, 2009
Junior Raquel Hopton had a first round 67 and is currently tied for 10th at the Challenge at Onion Creek. Once again the Illinois women's golf team had a strong start, this time at the Challenge at Onion Creek at the Onion Creek Club North Course in Austin, Texas. (Fightingillini.com)
Steady Day for Illini at Turtle Bay Nov 3, 2009
Matt Hoffman had two birdies and two bogeys in his round of 72 Monday in Hawai'i. No. 6 Illinois is playing its final fall tournament in our 50th state and while the waves off the coast of Oahu may be choppy and good for surfing, the play of the Illini was steady. (Fightingillini.com)
Erin Johnson earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week Nov 3, 2009
536 in leading illinois to wins over Indiana and Purdue. Illinois middle blocker has been named the Big Ten co-Defensive Player of the Week. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Close Out Home Season With 1-0 Loss to Michigan Nov 2, 2009
Senior Chichi Nweke had two shots on goal for the Illini against Michigan. - Eleven shots on goal wasn't enough to pick up a victory, as the Illinois soccer team closed out its home schedule on Sunday with a disappointing 1-0 loss to Michigan on Senior Day at the Illinois Soccer Stadium. (Fightingillini.com)
Orange and Blue Take Second at Big Ten Championships Nov 2, 2009
Angela Bizzarri placed second at the meet and earned her fourth consecutive First Team All-Big Ten honors. -- The No. 13-ranked Illinois women's cross country team came in second place at the Big Ten Championships on Sunday at the Penn State Blue-White Course. (Fightingillini.com)
Illini Place Seventh at Big Ten Championships Nov 2, 2009
Sophomore Colin Mickow has placed first for the Illini in every race this season. - The Illinois men's cross country team competed at the Big Ten Championships on Sunday at the Penn State Blue-White Golf Course. (Fightingillini.com)
No. 6 Illini Keep Rolling with Sweep of Purdue Nov 1, 2009
Hillary Haen repeatedly set up the balanced Illini attack and finished with 34 assists. - The No. 6 Illini volleyball team continued its hot streak on Halloween night, rattling off its ninth consecutive win behind a balanced attack that hit. (Fightingillini.com)
Williams, Illinois Run Over Michigan, 38-13 Nov 1, 2009
(AP) - broke loose against Michigan again and Illinois stopped the Wolverines on four plays from the 1 before the Fighting Illini ran all over the Wolverines for a 38-13 win Saturday. ran 70 yards for a touchdown following the fourth-down stop, and Illinois (2-6, 1-5) rolled up 377 yards rushing. (Fightingillini.com)
