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Recent News About Illinois State Redbirds
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Illinois State narrowly defeated by Iowa following late comeback
The Illinois State baseball team faced a narrow defeat against Iowa, with a final score of 8-7 at Duane Banks Field. The game was marked by a late comeback from the Hawkeyes, who scored six runs in the sixth and seventh innings.
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Illinois State adds graduate transfer golfer Lory Paradis for upcoming season
Two-time MVC Coach of the Year, Breanne Hall, has announced that Lory Paradis will join the Illinois State women's golf team for the 2024-25 season. Paradis is transferring from Fresno State as a graduate student with one year of eligibility left.
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Illinois State adds UNI's Landon Wolf for upcoming basketball season
The Illinois State men's basketball team has announced the addition of Landon Wolf, a former standout guard from Northern Iowa, to their roster for the 2024-25 season. This marks the second newcomer for the Redbirds during this year's transfer portal period.
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Illinois State baseball prepares for midweek games against Iowa and Western Illinois
Illinois State University's baseball team is preparing for two upcoming matchups. The team will first travel to Iowa on Tuesday, followed by a home game against Western Illinois on Wednesday. Both games are scheduled to be broadcasted, with the Iowa game airing on B1G+ and the Western Illinois game on ESPN+.
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Illinois State adds three transfers to women's basketball roster
Illinois State University's women's basketball team has announced the addition of three new players for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. Head Coach Kristen Gillespie confirmed that Elyce Knudsen, Addi Martin, and Neveah Thomas will be joining the squad.
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Redbirds face sweeping defeat against UNI; prepare for final conference series
The Redbirds faced a tough defeat in their final game of the series against UNI, losing 19-1 on Sunday. This loss marks the first time this season that the Redbirds have been swept in a series. The team's record now stands at 19-30 overall and 13-11 in conference play.
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Illinois State falls short against Murray State with final score of 15-12
Illinois State University's baseball team faced a challenging loss against Murray State in the series finale, with a final score of 15-12 at Johnny Reagan Field. The defeat places Illinois State's overall record at 21-20 and 9-9 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC), while Murray State improves to 26-17 overall and matches Illinois State's conference record.
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Murray state wins MVC tennis championship against Illinois state
The MVC Tennis Championship concluded with Murray State defeating Illinois State 4-1 at the Belmont Tennis Complex in Nashville, Tennessee. The top-seeded Racers faced off against the second-seeded Redbirds, securing their victory on Sunday.
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Charles Cruse sets new pole vault record at Drake Relays
Sophomore Charles Cruse set a new school record in the pole vault as the Redbirds concluded their participation at the Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa. Cruse achieved a mark of 5.27 meters (17-3.5), placing him second in the Missouri Valley Conference.
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Illinois State triumphs over Murray State with strong performance by Noah Rabin
Illinois State's baseball team achieved a victory against Murray State with an 11-8 score at Johnny Reagan Field on Saturday night. The win brings Illinois State to a 21-19 overall record and 9-8 in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC). Junior Noah Rabin played a crucial role, contributing two hits and three RBIs while reaching base in all six of his plate appearances.
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Illinois State softball falls short in doubleheader against Northern Iowa
The Illinois State Redbirds faced a challenging day in Cedar Falls, Iowa, as they lost both games of a doubleheader against the University of Northern Iowa Panthers. The losses bring the Redbirds' season record to 19-29 and their conference play record to 13-10.
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Redbirds advance to MVC Championship after close win against UIC
Illinois State University's women's tennis team secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) in the MVC Tennis Championship semifinal on Saturday. The decisive win came from Nuria Sanz, who triumphed in a three-set match at the No. 5 spot, propelling the Redbirds to the championship title match against top-seeded Murray State.
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Illinois state falls to Murray state in series opener
Illinois State University's baseball team faced a setback as they were defeated by Murray State with a 3-0 score on Friday at Johnny Reagan Field in Murray, Kentucky. The game marked the opening of their series against Murray State.
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Redbirds excel amid storms on day two at Drake Relays
The Illinois State track and field teams wrapped up the second day of competition at the Drake Relays and Kip Janvrin Invite in Des Moines, Iowa, amidst challenging weather conditions.
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Illinois state baseball faces Murray state amid ongoing road trip
The Illinois State baseball team is set to continue its five-game road trip with a three-game series against Murray State from April 26-28. The Redbirds will play at Murray State, with games scheduled for Friday at 5 p.m. CT, Saturday at 2 p.m. CT, and Sunday at 1 p.m. CT. All games will be available on ESPN+ with live stats.
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Illinois State tennis players receive multiple honors ahead of MVC Championship
Several members of the Illinois State women's tennis team received accolades at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Tennis Banquet in Nashville, ahead of the 2024 MVC Tennis Championship. The banquet was hosted by Belmont.
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Missouri Valley Conference announces future sites for women's basketball championships
The Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) has announced the future locations for its Women's Basketball Championship over the next three years. The tournament will be held at Ford Center in Evansville, Indiana, in 2025; Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, in 2026; and Vibrant Arena at The MARK in Moline, Illinois, in 2027.
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Illinois State shines at Drake Relays; Plummer wins steeplechase
The Illinois State track and field team completed the first day of the Drake Relays in Des Moines, Iowa. The event was marked by junior Mattison Plummer's top-10 performance and victory in the steeplechase at Drake Stadium.
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Redbirds prepare for indoor clash against Panthers at UNI Dome
The Illinois State University Redbirds are set to face the University of Northern Iowa Panthers in a crucial conference series in Cedar Falls. The matchup will be played indoors at the UNI Dome due to inclement weather, with a doubleheader scheduled for Saturday, April 27, and a single game on Sunday, April 28.
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Illinois State athletes to compete at Drake Relays and Kip Janvrin Invite
The Illinois State track and field team is preparing for a busy weekend, with athletes set to participate in two different competitions. A select group of Redbirds will compete at the Drake Relays from April 25-27, while another contingent will head to the Kip Janvrin Invite hosted by Simpson College from April 25-26.