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Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 7
Illinois' Brad Underwood on Transfer Stefan Vaaks' Progression – And His Next Step
Illinois basketball, which has accessed the portal at times during Brad Underwood's tenure with the program, elected to add only one transfer to the mix in the 2026 offseason.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 6
Illinois Misses on 5-Star Darius Wabbington to Big Ten Rival: Time to Be Concerned?
Close but no cigar… yet again for Brad Underwood and his staff. High-priority target Darius Wabbington picked Indiana on Tuesday, over Illinois and Arizona.
Brad Underwood News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 6
Why Illinois Coach Brad Underwood's Comments on Quentin Coleman Are So Encouraging
Quentin Coleman was the crown jewel of Illinois’ talent-laden 2026 high school recruiting haul. A five-star recruit, Coleman is one of the highest-rated players to ever commit to the Illini in the modern-day era.
Brad Underwood News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 5
Illinois' Brad Underwood on Freshman Lincoln Williams' High Upside
When Lincoln Williams, an in-state class of 2026 recruit from Kankakee, signed with Illinois in early June, it came entirely out of left field. It was, all things considered, a very late addition from the high school ranks.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 4
Brad Underwood Reveals What Illinois Needs From a Healthy Zvonimir Ivisic
Back in early September, it was revealed by Illinois coach Brad Underwood that big man Zvonimir Ivisic had hurt his hand . At the time, the Illini didn’t seem to have much information about the injury (or Underwood wasn’t interested in sharing it).
Andrej Stojakovic News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 4
Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic Names Favorite Players: Do Their Games Resemble His?
On Wednesday, Illinois released another edition of "The Illinois Script," an interview series with players and coaches from the university's athletics programs.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 3
Illinois Coach Brad Underwood Shares Latest on David Mirkovic's Recovery
It has been nearly two full months since sophomore Illinois forward David Mirkovic underwent surgery for a foot injury. Some initial reports foresaw an
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 3
What to Expect From Illinois Defense Without Bobby Hauck Calling Plays
Whether four games was enough time to determine whether Illinois and first-year defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck were a fit no longer matters. Together, Hauck and Illini coach Bret Bielema decided after last week's to Ohio State to part ways.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 1
Illinois Basketball Lands in 2027 5-Star Darius Wabbington's Top 3
Despite Illinois’ lengthy list of visits from five-star prospects in the class of 2027 – or should-have-been visits (thanks, Dan Hurley) – Brad Underwood and his coaching staff haven’t been able to lock down any members of that prestigious group.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 1
Illinois Misses on Another 5-Star 2027 Guard: Are the Illini Out of Options?
Over the past few months, it has felt like Brad Underwood and his coaching staff have been involved, one way or another, in the recruitment of practically every five-star prospect in the 2027 class.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 30
5 Key Takeaways From Illinois Basketball's Early Fall Highlights
Illinois athletics' social media team on Monday released some early fall highlights from the men's basketball squad – the latest glimpse of what many in Champaign could be a national title contender.
Bret Bielema News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 28
Bret Bielema Reveals How Bobby Hauck's Illinois Exit Unfolded
Illinois defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck’s departure from the program on Sunday came as a shock (and elicited quite the reaction ). Previously a wildly successful FCS head coach during his time at Montana, Hauck had arrived in Champaign in February and parted ways with the Illini after just four games on the job.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 27
Social Media Reacts to Illinois and Bobby Hauck Parting Ways After Four Games
On Sunday, Illinois parted ways with defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck . It was reportedly a decision agreed on by both parties. Hauck, who requested an early meeting with Illini head coach Bret Bielema on Sunday, may have even kickstarted the process himself .
Bret Bielema News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 27
Did Illinois' Split From Defensive Coordinator Bobby Hauck Come Too Soon?
Sunday's news bomb detailing the exit of Illinois defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck described it as a “mutual” decision, according to Illini head coach Bret Bielema’s comments in a statement released by the program.
Bret Bielema News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 26
Bret Bielema Breaks Down Illinois' 'Unacceptable' Defense After Loss to Ohio State
Illinois’ offense rattled off 462 total yards against perhaps the stingiest defense in the country on Saturday. It left too much on the table and still managed to score 19 points.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 24
Illinois Basketball 5-Star Targets See Same Appealing Promise in Champaign
Carrying the crown of college basketball’s premier offense for the vast majority of the 2025-26 season was what pushed Illinois to a 15-5 Big Ten season and a Final Four run.
Stefan Vaaks News / Busting Brackets / September 10
Illinois transfer Stefan Vaaks has on regrets about leaving Providence
Stefan Vaaks does not sound like a player questioning his decision to leave Providence. The new Illinois guard made his feelings unmistakably clear when the subject of his former school came up during a recent public appearance.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Big Ten Network / September 4
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Volleyball On SI / September 3
Tennessee Volleyball Sets Second Attendance Record of the Season with Sweep Over Illinois
Just four days after Tennessee volleyball set an attendance record inside Food City Center in Knoxville, the crowd made history once again Tuesday night with 8,212 fans packing the arena. In front of the loudest crowd, the No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28
Commanders fans may turn on HC Dan Quinn after alarming preseason loss to Ravens
Dan Quinn can call Washington’s 41-3 loss to Baltimore meaningless because it happened in the preseason. Commanders fans may soon arrive with pitchforks if the regular season confirms what Friday’s 38-point humiliation appeared to reveal.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Softball On SI / June 2
Illinois Softball All-American Named Head Coach of Program
A former Fighting Illini All-American is back in a new role with the program. University of Illinois Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced the hiring of Jenna Hall as the third head coach in program history on Tuesday.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Athlon Sports / May 27
Illinois Reacts to Andrej Stojakovic’s Career Decision on Wednesday
The Illinois Fighting Illini entered Wednesday anxiously waiting for one of the biggest roster decisions of the college basketball offseason. After testing the NBA Draft process and participating in the NBA Combine earlier this month, Andrej Stojakovic officially made his long-awaited decision just before the withdrawal deadline.
Brad Underwood News / Yardbarker / May 14
Brad Underwood could stick with Illinois through 2036 because of new extension
The Illinois Fighting Illini like head basketball coach Brad Underwood, and they have plenty of reason to.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Softball On SI / May 7
4 Candidates Illinois Softball Should Consider for Head Coach
The Illinois Fighting Illini parted ways with softball head coach Tyra Perry on Monday. Now, a national search for a new leader by Chief Sports Officer
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