LATEST STORIES FROM UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS
Talk It Over With QB Juice Williams
3 hours ago by
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Quarterback Juice Williams will wrap up his remarkable Illini football career this Saturday when he and his teammates host Fresno State at Memorial Stadium. Reflect with Juice...send in your questions today.
Illinois Falls to No. 5 Cincinnati, 49-36
2 days ago by
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Tony Pike returned from an injury to his non-throwing arm and had a record day Friday, passing for six touchdowns in a 49-36 victory over Illinois that left fifth-ranked Cincinnati unbeaten and back to full strength.
Coach Zook Meets With Reporters
5 days ago by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Coach Ron Zook met with reporters, as he does each Tuesday during the season. He updated them on the Illini, who play at Cincinnati this Friday.
Asamoah Named All-Big Ten
6 days ago by
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University of Illinois senior offensive guard Jon Asamoah was named second-team All-Big Ten by both the coaches and conference media tonight as announced on the Big Ten Network. In addition to Asamoah, four other Illini gridders earned honorable mention accolades -- WR Arrelious Benn...
Game 11: Illinois (3-7, 2-6) at No. 5 Cincinnati (10-0, 6-0)
6 days ago by
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This Saturday's game against Cincinnati marks the first-ever meeting between the two teams. Cincinnati is slated to complete the two-game series at Illinois' Memorial Stadium on Sept. 7, 2013.
All-Big Ten Football Selection Special Airs Monday Night
10 days ago by
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For the third year in a row, the Big Ten Network will present the exclusive, live announcement of the annual Big Ten football awards during Big Ten Tonight: All-Conference Selection Special at 8 PM ET Monday, Nov. 23.
Illinois Falls to Northwestern, 21-16
15 days ago by
University of Illinois Athletics
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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.
Northwestern, Illinois Set to Play for First Land of Lincoln Trophy
17 days ago by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Starting with this Saturday's gridiron meeting between Northwestern and Illinois, the 103rd all-time in the series, the two schools will play for a new rivalry prize: the Land of Lincoln Trophy.
Illini in the NFL-Week 9
19 days ago by
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Rashard Mendenhall rushed for 155 yards on 22 carries in the Steelers' win over the Denver Broncos on Monday night, marking the second time he has rushed for over 150 yards this season.
Hoomanawanui and Asamoah Accept Bids to East-West Shrine Game
20 days ago by
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Senior tight end Michael Hoomanawanui and offensive lineman Jon Asamoah have accepted invitations to play in the 85th Annual East-West Shrine All-Star game, set for Jan. 23, 2010 at the Florida Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. CT and will be televised on ESPN2.
Game 10: Illinois (3-6, 2-5) vs. Northwestern (6-4, 3-3)
20 days ago by
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This Saturday's game against Northwestern marks the 103rd meeting between the two teams and is the firstfor the newly created Land of Lincoln rivalry trophy.
Illinois Holds Off Minnesota 35-32
22 days ago by
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Terry Hawthorne returned an interception for a touchdown and Clay Nurse had four of Illinois' eight sacks to lead the Illini to a 35-32 victory over Minnesota on Saturday.
Four Illinois athletes named Academic All-District
24 days ago by
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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. Senior offensive lineman Jon Asamoah from football and junior middle blocker Johannah Bangert...
Illini in the NFL-Week 8
25 days ago by
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New Orleans Saints running back Pierre Thomas rushed for 91 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in the Saints' win over the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night.
Talk It Over With Running Back Mikel Leshoure
26 days ago by
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Sophomore running back Mikel Leshoure, who has really come on strong during the second half of the season, will be in the chat room Tuesday, Nov. 10, starting at Noon CT. Send in your questions today.
Illinois (2-6, 1-5) at Minnesota (5-4, 3-3)
27 days ago by
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Saturday's game will be the first time Illinois plays at Minnesota's outdoor, 50,000-seat TCF Bank Stadium,which opened this season. From 1982-2008, the Gophers player their home game indoors at the Metrodome.
Football Parking Update for Michigan Game
October 30, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Due to the large amount of rain the area has received this month, some changes have been made regarding football parking on grass lots for Saturday's game against Michigan.
Newcomers Getting Their Chances
October 30, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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While the Illini are working their way through what has been a difficult2009 season to this point, there have been several young players who have had a chance to show what they can do when given the opportunity.
Asamoah Named to National Football Foundation 2009 Scholar-Athlete Class
October 29, 2009 by
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University of Illinois senior offensive guard Jon Asamoah has been named to the 16-man National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame's 2009 Scholar-Athlete class, and will vie for the William V. Campbell Trophy, endowed by HealthSouth.
Illini in the NFL-Week 7
October 28, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Take a look at how former Illini now playing professionally in the National Football League fared over the weekend in Week 7 of play.
Zook Meets The Media
October 27, 2009 by
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Coach Ron Zook held his weekly media luncheon today. He updated reporters on the Fighting Illini, as the team prepares for Saturday's game against Michigan.
Game 8: Illinois (1-6, 0-5) vs. Michigan (5-3, 1-3)
October 27, 2009 by
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This Saturday's game against Michigan marks the 91st meeting between the two teams. This weekend Illinois will be celebrating Varsity I weekend. Through the Varsity I Association, the University and its letterwinners maintain contact and promote improvements in Fighting Illini...
Rick Schmidt Receives Varsity 'I' Achievement Award
October 26, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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In line with tradition, the Varsity I Association will present its Achievement Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a past letterwinner for post-graduate accomplishments to Rodrick L. "Rick" Schmidt.
Illini in the NFL-Week 6
October 21, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Two former Illini running backs, Rashard Mendenhall and Pierre Thomas, continue to assert themselves as leaders on their first place teams
Zook Holds Weekly Press Conference
October 20, 2009 by
University of Illinois Athletics
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Coach Ron Zook met with the media at midday Tuesday, as he does each week during the season. He updated them on the Illini team as they prepare for Saturday's game at Purdue.
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