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Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / March 19

Luke, Matt Vatev Help Hinsdale Central Break Four State Records At Illinois State Championships

By Keith Dunlap on SwimSwam Feb. 27-28, 2026 Westmont, IL SCY (25 yards) Results  It was an electric finish to the Illinois High School Association Boys Swimming and Diving Championships thanks to brothers and Hillsdale Central teammates Luke and Matt Vatev.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / February 4

Illinois State Close Out Final Meet Of Season At Horton Pool With 155-74 Over EIU

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 31, 2026 Normal, Ill. SCY (25 yards) Results Courtesy: Illinois State Athletics NORMAL, Ill. –  The Illinois State swim and dive program closed out its final meet at Horton Pool, securing a 155-74 victory over Eastern Illinois on Saturday afternoon.

Daniel Sobkowicz News / FCS Football on SI / January 30

2026 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Illinois State WR Daniel Sobkowicz

Daniel Sobkowicz established himself as one of the top wide receivers in college football last season. He helped lead the Redbirds to the FCS National Championship game, setting multiple program records on the way to Nashville.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / January 21

Northern Iowa Sets Pair of Pool Records In 202-151 Victory Over Illinois State

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 17, 2026 Normal, Ill. SCY (25 yards) Results Courtesy: UNI Athletics NORMAL, Ill. — The UNI swimming and diving team secured its second dual win of the season against the Illinois State Redbirds this weekend, topping the Redbirds by a winning score of 202-151.

College Football News / Yardbarker / January 5
Montana State outlasts Illinois State to win FCS national title

Montana State outlasts Illinois State to win FCS national championship

It's Montana State's first national title since 1984.

Indiana's dominant win over Alabama in Rose Bowl drew massive viewership
Ryan Silverfield wastes no time bringing top Memphis talent to Arkansas
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Illinois State Redbirds News / College Football News / December 19
Illinois State vs Villanova Prediction: 2025 FCS Semifinals

Illinois State vs Villanova Prediction: 2025 FCS Semifinals

This wasn't exactly the FCS Semifinal that everybody was expecting.  Villanova rolled to this spot after going on an 11-game winning streak following a 1-2 start.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / December 11

Illinois State Runner-Up Franchesca Sanchez To Join Tulane for 2026

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 6
Illinois State pulls off wild road shock, topples previously unbeaten Bison in playoffs

Illinois State pulls off wild road shock, topples previously unbeaten Bison in playoffs

In order to pull off the upset, Illinois State had to overcome a season-high five interceptions from quarterback Tommy Rittenhouse.

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Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / November 18

Stevenson High School Claims First Ever Girls Title at Illinois State Championships

By Keith Dunlap on SwimSwam Nov. 15, 2025 Westmont, Illinois SCY (25 yards) Results The Stevenson High School girls swimming and diving program has a history of quality swimmers and has seen the school’s boys team win a state title before, but had never had a state title to call its own.

Illinois State Redbirds News / NBC Sports / November 15
Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / September 24

Illinois State Champs Finalist Tess Stavropoulos Verbals to Missouri for 2026-27

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / September 4

Illinois State Champs Finalist Velizar Filipov to Join Penn for 2026

By Terin Frodyma on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / August 28

Louisville Adds Illinois State Runner-Up Aidan Kaplan For 2026

By Will Baxley on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Illinois State Redbirds News / 5 GOATs / August 17
Brent Crews wins ARCA dirt race at Illinois State Fiargrounds, third of the season

Brent Crews wins ARCA dirt race at Illinois State Fiargrounds, third of the season

Another year and another ARCA Menards Series dirt win for Brent Crews. He is so good at these tracks in Illinois. Crews put on a show for Nitro Motorsports in the No.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / June 19

Illinois State Announces Kennedy Gilbertson As New Assistant Swim & Dive Coach

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam Courtesy: Illinois State Athletics NORMAL –  Illinois State Swimming & Diving head coach Riley Hilbrandt announced the hiring of Kennedy Gilbertson as the program’s new assistant coach on Wednesday.

Illinois State Redbirds News / SwimSwam / June 16

Nebraska State Finalist Elena Pospishil Commits to Illinois State For Fall 2025

By Charlotte Wells on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Six Months to Kickoff for Oklahoma and Illinois State

We are officially halfway to opening day! There are just 26 more Saturdays until the Oklahoma Sooners kick off the 2025 season against the Illinois State Redbirds.

Keondre Jackson News / FCS Football on SI / February 13, 2025

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Illinois State DB Keondre Jackson

Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 215 pounds Career Statistics: 225 total tackles, 14 TFLs, 5.5 sacks, 5 INTs, 13 PBUs, 2 FFs, 2 FRs Accolades: FCS All-American

Horse Racing News / Paulick Report / April 9, 2024

Study: Chestnut, Grey OTTBs Worth More

Illinois State University master’s student Madalynn Camp completed her thesis on what was needed for retiring racehorses to have successful second careers, and what factors affect their prices.

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