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Illinois State hosts Abilene Christian in WNIT Super 16

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Due to scheduling conflicts at CEFCU Arena with the Chi Omega March Madness, an annual dance competition supporting the Make-A-Wish foundation, Illinois State women's basketball will host Abilene Christian in the WNIT Super 16.

Illinois State men's tennis team set to face Drake Bulldogs

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois State men's tennis team is preparing for an upcoming match against the Drake Bulldogs in Des Moines, Iowa.

Illinois Wesleyan sweeps CCIW lacrosse player awards

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team achieved a significant milestone by sweeping the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Player of the Week honors for the first time since March 19, 2024.

Timothy McHugh earns first CCIW offensive player of the week honor

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University's men's lacrosse player, Timothy McHugh, has been recognized for his outstanding performance over the weekend.

Illinois State athletes honored for academic and athletic excellence

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University athletes Elyce Knudsen and Nevaeh Thomas have been recognized by the College Sports Communicators (CSC) for their academic and athletic achievements.

Illinois State secures victory over Iowa with final score of 10-8

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University secured a victory against the University of Iowa with a 10-8 win on Tuesday at Duffy Bass Field.

Illinois State extends women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie's contract through 2030

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University has extended the contract of women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie through the 2029-30 season.

Illinois State quartet earns CSC academic all-district honors

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds have seen four of their basketball players recognized for their academic achievements.

Democrats advance controversial homeschool bill amid strong opposition

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Last week, Democrats moved forward with the Homeschool Act in the House Education Policy Committee.

Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse set to compete against DePauw

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team is set to play against DePauw University on Wednesday, March 26, at Reavis Stadium.

Illinois State Redbirds advance to CBI Championship after defeating UIW Cardinals

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds have secured their place in the College Basketball Invitational Championship Game following a 78-73 victory over the UIW Cardinals.

Wilkerson leads Redbirds to victory over Bradley with decisive late-game double

By McLean County Times | Mar 25, 2025

Illinois State University emerged victorious in their I-74 rivalry matchup against Bradley University on Tuesday.

Jen Kuhn named CCIW hitter of the week for second time this season

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

For the second time this season, senior Jen Kuhn from Illinois Wesleyan University has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Hitter of the Week.

Springfield hosts over 40 events in a busy week

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

I had a very busy and productive week in Springfield last week.

Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball ranks tenth in final D3hoops poll

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's basketball team has been ranked 10th in the final D3hoops.com top-25 poll for the 2024-25 season.

Brayden Bakes earns MVC Player of Week after standout performance

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

For the first time in his career, freshman Brayden Bakes has been recognized as the Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Week.

Illinois State and Bradley prepare for softball showdown

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

Illinois State is set to face Bradley in a renewed rivalry on Tuesday, with the game scheduled for 5 p.m. at OSF Healthcare Field in Peoria.

Illinois State baseball prepares for upcoming matches against Iowa and SIUE

By McLean County Times | Mar 24, 2025

Illinois State University's baseball team is set to host Iowa on Tuesday at Duffy Bass Field before traveling to Edwardsville for a matchup against SIUE on Wednesday.