Illinois State Redbirds
Recent News About Illinois State Redbirds
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Illinois State tennis players earn All-Summit League recognition
A trio of Illinois State University men's tennis players have been recognized as 2024 All-Summit League selections. Seniors Nam Pham and Arvid Hjalte, along with sophomore Tin Ostro, received the honors following a vote by the league's head coaches. This announcement comes ahead of the Summit League Tennis Championships taking place in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Illinois State adds former NDSU standout Boden Skunberg to basketball roster
Illinois State University's men's basketball team has announced the addition of Boden Skunberg, a former standout from North Dakota State, for the 2024-25 season. Head coach Ryan Pedon expressed enthusiasm about Skunberg joining the Redbirds, noting his familiarity with Skunberg's game and praising his competitive nature.
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Illinois state baseball set for showdown against MVC leader Indiana state
Illinois State University's baseball team is preparing to face Indiana State, the leader of the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), in a series at Duffy Bass Field from April 19-21. The games will be broadcast on ESPN+ and available via radio and live stats.
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Illinois state prepares for key softball match against Indiana state
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State University's Redbirds are set to face the Indiana State Sycamores in Terre Haute for their penultimate road series of the conference season. The two teams have not competed against each other since 2023, making this the first matchup in over a year.
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Mathis Chavand earns MVC Track Athlete of The Week after breaking school record
Illinois State University's track and field athlete, Mathis Chavand, has been named the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Track Athlete of the Week. This recognition follows his record-breaking performance in California last weekend.
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Illinois state secures victory over Lindenwood with strong performances
Illinois State University secured an 8-6 victory over Lindenwood in a baseball game held at Lou Brock Sports Complex on Wednesday. Redshirt junior Judah Morris and sophomore Daniel Pacella each contributed with home runs, helping the Redbirds improve their overall record to 19-15.
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Illinois State sweeps Bradley series in I-74 rivalry showdown
Illinois State University triumphed over their I-74 rival, Bradley, securing a series sweep on Wednesday night in Peoria. The Redbirds concluded the three-game series with an away victory after winning the doubleheader at home earlier this season. With this win, the team improved to a 17-26 overall record and 11-7 in conference play.
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Illinois State track & field splits squads for LSU Gold Alumni meet and Gibson Invitational
Illinois State University's track and field team will divide its athletes between two competitions this weekend. A group will travel to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for the LSU Gold Alumni meet on April 20, while the rest will compete at the Gibson Invitational in Terre Haute, Indiana, starting April 18.
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Paul Meehan joins Illinois State as associate head coach
Illinois State University has announced the appointment of Paul Meehan as Associate Head Coach for its soccer program. Meehan will work alongside Head Coach Raleigh DeRose to lead the Redbird soccer team.
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Illinois State vs. Lindenwood baseball game postponed due to weather concerns
Illinois State's baseball game against Lindenwood, initially set for Tuesday, has been postponed due to anticipated weather conditions in Saint Charles. The game is now rescheduled for Wednesday, April 17, with a start time of 4:00 p.m.
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Illinois State faces Bradley in postponed midweek softball matchup
Illinois State University's Redbirds are set to face the Bradley Braves in a midweek game on Wednesday. The match, originally scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, was postponed to April 17 due to weather concerns. The first pitch is slated for 5:00 p.m. CT.
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Illinois State baseball seeks redemption against Lindenwood amid losing streak
The Illinois State baseball team is set to face Lindenwood on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. CT at the Lou Brock Sports Complex in Saint Charles, Missouri. The Redbirds aim to break a three-game losing streak with this matchup.
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Illinois State names Riley Hilbrandt head coach for swimming & diving
The Illinois State University swimming and diving team has appointed Riley Hilbrandt as the new head coach. Dr. Jeri Beggs, ISU Interim Director of Athletics, made the announcement, expressing excitement about Hilbrandt's leadership qualities.
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Illinois State women's golf wins MVC Championship again
The Illinois State women's golf team secured the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championship for the second time in three years. The tournament, held at Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo, Illinois, saw the Redbirds lead from start to finish, claiming their 15th MVC title, the most in conference history.
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Illinois State baseball falls to Evansville with a final score of 13-1
The Illinois State baseball team faced a tough defeat against Evansville, losing 13-1 in a game that ended after seven innings at Charles A. Braun Stadium. The loss saw Evansville scoring seven runs within the first four innings.
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Illinois State golf ties fourth ahead of MVC Championship
In Iowa City, the Illinois State men's golf team concluded their final preparations for the 2024 MVC Championship by tying for fourth place at the Hawkeye Invitational. The Redbirds achieved a three-round total of 846, marking it as one of the top scores in program history.
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Illinois State Redbirds secure first Valley sweep against Valparaiso Beacons
The Illinois State Redbirds achieved a significant victory over the Valparaiso Beacons, completing a series sweep with an 8-7 walk-off win. This marks their first Valley sweep of the season, advancing their record to 10-7 in conference play and 16-26 overall.
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Illinois State women’s golf leads MVC Championship ahead of final round
The Illinois State women's golf team is leading the 2024 MVC Championship after completing 36 holes. The team has a seven-stroke advantage going into the final round, which is scheduled to begin at 9:50 a.m. tomorrow.
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Illinois State secures fifth straight win against Drake in close tennis match
The Illinois State women's tennis team continued their successful streak with a narrow 4-3 victory over Drake, marking their fifth consecutive win. This victory also improved their record to 6-1 in the Missouri Valley Conference as they near the end of the regular season.
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Illinois State narrowly loses to Evansville after walk-off finish
Illinois State University's baseball team faced a narrow defeat against Evansville, losing 6-5 in a walk-off game at Charles A. Braun Stadium. The match saw Evansville scoring two runs in the second, eighth, and ninth innings.