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Illinois Wesleyan softball team splits matchup with Illinois College

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. - In a competitive matchup, the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team managed to split their games against Illinois College on Wednesday, March 26.

Illinois State track & field begins outdoor season across three meets

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State track and field team is preparing to kick off its 2025 outdoor season with participation in three separate events over the weekend.

Illinois State Redbirds win Purple College Basketball Invitational against Cleveland State

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds secured a victory in the 2025 Purple College Basketball Invitational, defeating the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 79-68.

Illinois State faces Abilene Christian in historic first meeting

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Illinois State University's women's basketball team is set to face Abilene Christian for the first time in the WNIT Super 16 at Shirk Center.

Illinois State baseball triumphs over SIUE Cougars with early offensive surge

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State baseball team secured a victory against the SIUE Cougars with a 9-3 win on Wednesday evening in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Illinois Wesleyan set to open conference play against North Park

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

BLOOMINGTON, Ill.– The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is preparing for their College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin opener against North Park University on March 28 at 5 p.m. After this home game, the team heads to North Park for...

Resolution seeks to declare Route 66 centennial year

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Senator Chris Balkema of Channahon has successfully advanced Senate Joint Resolution 12, a measure aimed at declaring 2026 as the Illinois Route 66 Centennial Year.

Titan Table Talk features IWU sports leaders discussing seasons' progress

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

In the latest episode of Titan Table Talk, host Tyler Wilson engages in discussions with several prominent figures from Illinois Wesleyan University's sports teams.

Illinois State women’s tennis hosts UNI and Drake for MVC matches

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Illinois State University's women's tennis team is set to host two Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) matches this weekend.

Illinois State defeats Drake Bulldogs in tight tennis match

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State men's tennis team secured a victory against the Drake Bulldogs with a 4-3 win in Des Moines, Iowa.

Illinois State vs. UIC softball series rescheduled due to weather

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Due to anticipated rain and storms, the softball series between Illinois State and UIC has been rescheduled.

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.