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News from March 2025

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Illinois Wesleyan athletes shine at the Redbird Challenge's hammer throw event

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Wind gusts reaching 40 mph did not deter the Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU) track and field athletes at the Redbird Challenge hosted by Illinois State University.

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Illinois Wesleyan baseball narrowly defeated by North Park; sets sights on upcoming rematch

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University's baseball team faced North Park University, resulting in a 15-10 defeat despite a spirited comeback attempt.

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Illinois State track and field team closes four meets with notable performances

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

The Illinois State track & field program concluded its participation in four events on Friday.

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Illinois State's Redbirds excel in academics and athletics with 11 MVC awards

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's swimming and diving team had 11 of its athletes named to the 2025 MVC Scholar-Athlete team.

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Murray State triumphs over Illinois State Redbirds 19-8 in series opener

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

Illinois State University's baseball team faced Murray State in the series opener at Duffy Bass Field, resulting in a 19-8 loss.

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IWU men's lacrosse to face Adrian College during St. Jude weekend

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

After three consecutive away games, the Illinois Wesleyan University men's lacrosse team is set to play Adrian College at Tucci Stadium on Saturday, March 29, as part of the university's St. Jude weekend event.

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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, March 31?

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, March 31.

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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31?

By McLean County Times | Mar 28, 2025

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, March 31.

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Illinois State women's golf team to compete in South Carolina Invitational

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois State women's golf team is set to participate in the More Than Golf Invitational this weekend in Aiken, South Carolina.

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Illinois State advances in WNIT with a victory over Abilene Christian

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

Illinois State University women's basketball team advanced to the WNIT Great 8 after defeating Abilene Christian 78-68 at the Shirk Center.

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Illinois Wesleyan teams begin outdoor track season with Redbird Challenge and Alumni Invite

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University track and field teams are preparing to start their outdoor season this weekend.

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Illinois State baseball welcomes Murray State for weekend series

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds baseball team will host Murray State Racers for a three-game weekend series at Duffy Bass Field from March 28-30.

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Illinois Wesleyan volleyball team to face Carthage for the 10th time on Saturday

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's volleyball team is set to play against Carthage College this Saturday, March 29, for a College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin match.

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Illinois State men's tennis to host Denver and St. Louis University this weekend

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

Illinois State University's men's tennis team, known as the Redbirds, is preparing for a pair of home matches this weekend.

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Redbirds adjust series against UIC due to inclement weather forecasts

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds will face UIC in a modified weekend series at Marian Kneer Stadium due to anticipated bad weather on Sunday.

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Illinois Wesleyan University tennis team hosts Loras College for senior day

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's tennis team is set to play against Loras College for Senior Day on Saturday, March 29.

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Illinois State track teams rank top-3 in MVC pre-season poll

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Missouri Valley Conference has released its Pre-Season Coaches Poll, highlighting the rankings for the upcoming track and field season.

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Illinois Wesleyan men's tennis to face Millikin University after mixed weekend results

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's tennis team is preparing for a match against Millikin University set for Saturday, March 29.

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Illinois State competes at Texas Relays, Bobcat Invitational, and WashU Distance Carnival

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois State track and field team finished competitions at three locations on Thursday.

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Illinois State football team readies for scrimmage with intensive practice sessions

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

Illinois State University's football team is preparing for its first full team scrimmage this weekend, nearing the end of its third week of spring practice.