Illinois State Redbirds
Recent News About Illinois State Redbirds
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Illinois State women's golf team prepares for NCAA Regionals
The Illinois State women's golf team is set to compete in the NCAA Regionals for the second time in three seasons. This year's event will take place at the Forest Akers West Golf Course in East Lansing, Michigan, hosted by Michigan State University from May 6-8.
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Redbirds secure fourth seed in MVC tournament after sweeping Evansville
The Illinois State Redbirds secured a victory over Evansville with a 4-1 win, completing a three-game sweep. This victory ensures their position as the fourth seed in the upcoming Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) softball tournament. The Redbirds' record now stands at 22-30 overall and 16-11 in conference play after finishing the regular season.
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Illinois State sweeps Southern Illinois with decisive win
Illinois State achieved a series sweep over Southern Illinois with a 10-5 victory on Sunday at Duffy Bass Field. Senior Auggie Rasmussen played a crucial role for the Redbirds, contributing three hits and five RBIs to the team's performance.
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Illinois State wins series against Southern Illinois with decisive victory
Illinois State University baseball team secured a 7-1 victory over Southern Illinois at Duffy Bass Field on Saturday. This win marks their second consecutive series triumph against the Salukis.
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Illinois State Redbirds secure series win against Evansville
NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State Redbirds secured a series victory over Evansville with a 6-5 walk-off win in the second game of their matchup. The decisive moment came on a bases-loaded walk, improving the Redbirds' season record to 21-30 and their Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) record to 15-11 as they approach the final regular-season game.
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Illinois State baseball game against Southern Illinois rescheduled due to weather
Illinois State University's baseball game against Southern Illinois, originally scheduled for Saturday, will now begin at 1:00 p.m. CT due to potential weather concerns in the Normal area. The Sunday game remains set for its usual 1:00 p.m. CT start time.
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Illinois State dominates Southern Illinois with a run-rule win
Illinois State's baseball team secured a decisive 10-0 victory over Southern Illinois in the opening game of their weekend series at Duffy Bass Field. The Redbirds, now holding a record of 22-22 overall and 10-9 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), were propelled by redshirt junior Judah Morris, who contributed three hits and three RBIs.
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Annika WAPT brings pro women's golf to Illinois State University
Illinois State University is preparing to host the inaugural ANNIKA Women's All Pro Tour (WAPT) event at the Weibring Golf Club in Normal, Illinois. The Redbird Championship will take place from June 18-20 and will feature professional female golfers. Gary DeSerrano, CEO of K&G Sports, expressed gratitude for the collaboration with Illinois State University, highlighting the significance of bringing professional women's golf back to Illinois.
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Illinois State excels at Badger Challenge ahead of MVC Championships
The Illinois State track and field team concluded its regular season with several victories at the Badger Challenge in Madison, Wisconsin. This event served as a final preparation before the upcoming MVC Championship meet.
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McLeod achieves milestone with no-hitter at Marian Kneer Stadium
Paige McLeod delivered an impressive performance on Friday night, achieving her second career no-hitter and marking the first such feat at Marian Kneer Stadium in 23 years. This makes McLeod only the second Redbird to achieve multiple career no-hitters, the second to have two in a single season, and notably, the first freshman to accomplish both.
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Illinois State prepares for Badger Challenge before MVC Championship
The Illinois State Redbirds track and field team is preparing for the final pre-Missouri Valley Conference Championship meet of the outdoor season. The event, known as the Badger Challenge, will take place this Friday in Madison, Wisconsin, hosted by the University of Wisconsin.
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Ali Schrock wins second MVC scholar-athlete award; four Redbirds make all-academic teams
Illinois State golfer Ali Schrock has been honored as the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Scholar-Athlete of the Year for the second time in her career. This recognition was announced by the MVC on Thursday, alongside academic team selections for Avalon Woodward, Jinyoung Yun, and Vinisha Gunaseelan.
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Illinois State set to host Southern Illinois for weekend baseball series
The Illinois State baseball team is preparing to face Southern Illinois in a weekend series at Duffy Bass Field from May 3 to May 5. The games are scheduled for Friday at 5:00 p.m., Saturday at 3:00 p.m., and Sunday at 1:00 p.m. Coverage will be available on ESPN+ and local radio.
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Redbird athletes recognized at annual awards banquet
Illinois State University celebrated its top athletic performers at the annual Redbird Student-Athlete Banquet on Thursday night. The event, held at CEFCU Arena, was sponsored by the Illinois State Credit Union and brought together student-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty, and staff.
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Illinois State baseball loses to Western Illinois with a score of 11-1
Illinois State University's baseball team faced a challenging game against Western Illinois, resulting in an 11-1 defeat at Duffy Bass Field. The Leathernecks established an early lead by scoring six runs in the first two innings and maintained their advantage throughout the match.
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Ali Schrock receives prestigious MVC State Farm Good Neighbor Award
Illinois State graduate Ali Schrock has been honored with the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) State Farm Good Neighbor Award. This accolade is awarded to student-athletes who maintain good academic standing, demonstrate sportsmanship, engage in community service, and participate in a sport during the recognition season.
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Illinois State Redbirds prepare for final home conference series against Evansville
The Illinois State Redbirds are set to face the Evansville Purple Aces in their final conference series of the year at Normal, Illinois. The series will conclude with a Senior Day celebration on Sunday, May 5, following the third game.
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Caden Boser joins Illinois State basketball team for upcoming season
Illinois State University has announced the addition of Caden Boser to its men's basketball team for the 2024-25 season. Head coach Ryan Pedon expressed enthusiasm about Boser's potential contributions to the team, highlighting his "size, toughness, shooting and skill" as valuable assets.
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Illinois State golfers earn spots in NCAA West Lafayette Regional
Illinois State University men's golfers Valentin Peugnet and Alex McCulla have secured individual spots in the NCAA West Lafayette Regional. The event will be hosted by Purdue University at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex from May 13 to 15. The top five teams from this regional will advance to the NCAA Championship, along with the lowest-scoring individual not on those qualifying teams.
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Erin Egolf joins Illinois State soccer staff as assistant coach
Illinois State University has announced that Erin Egolf will join the Redbird soccer team as an assistant coach. She will work alongside Coach Raleigh DeRose and Associate Head Coach Paul Meehan.