University of Illinois Athletics
Total reads
13
This week
13
Rank
#399 of 452
Published
54 posts
Most read posts
Featured on Sportsblogs
Run this blog? Add the badge to your site to show readers you're featured — it links back to this page.
Latest Entries
Illinois Athletics to Host 9/11 Memorial Climb at Gies Memorial Stadium
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois Athletics will host a 9/11 Memorial Climb at Gies Memorial Stadium on Friday, September 11, 2026, commemorating 25 years since the September 11, 2001 attacks and honoring the lives lost, the heroes who responded, and the enduring spirit of service and sacrifice.
Illinois to Host UAB in 2026 Season Opener at Gies Memorial Stadium
Illinois opens its 137th season of football on Thursday.
Illini Open 2026 Regular Season With Home Matches Vs. Cincinnati, Syracuse
The Illini will battle the Bearcats on Friday at 7 p.m. CT and take on the Orange on Sunday at 12 p.m. CT.
Illinois Athletics and Caterpillar Deepen Shared Roots with a Sponsorship
Illinois Athletics has announced a sponsorship with Caterpillar Inc., the global leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Through a multi-year agreement facilitated by Learfield, the two iconic Illinois brands will come together every game day, with the Caterpillar logo prominently displayed on the 25-yard lines of Zuppke Field in Gies Memorial Stadium.
Houser Named to Manning Award Watch List
Houser is one of 40 returning QBs on the preseason watch list.
Madison Rayam Named Illinois Director of Recruiting & Transition Coordinator
Rayam previously served as an Associate Director of Academic Services and worked directly with the Illini football team from 2023-25.
10 Days to Game Day: 10 Enhancements at Gies Memorial Stadium
With the Fighting Illini football season only 10 days away, here are 10 game day enhancements fans can expect around Gies Memorial Stadium during the season.
Illinois Volleyball Releases 2026 Promotional Schedule
The Illini will host 13 matches
Bailey Named to Bednarik Award Watch List
Bailey among 91 players in consideration for College Defensive Player of the Year.
Illinois Unveils Men's Basketball Non-Conference Schedule
Illinois has unveiled its completed 2026-27 non-conference schedule, highlighted by five games against high-major opponents and totaling six contests against reigning NCAA Tournament teams.
Illini Complete Comeback to Defeat Bearcats, 2-1
Ornberg buried the game winner in the 86th minute to give Illinois its first win of 2026.
Watch: Production Day
A behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Fighting Illini football production day that will bring the largest video board in college football to life at Gies Memorial Stadium.
WATCH: Bret Bielema Press Conference
Bret Bielema spoke with the media at Smith Football Center on Thursday, Aug. 20.
Renfro, Scott Named to 2026 College Football Comeback Player of the Year Watch List
Team captains Jake Renfro and Xavier Scott among 94 candidates.
Illinois Division of Public Safety and Illini Athletics Announce New Traffic Patterns for 2026 Football Season
Fans are encouraged to arrive earlier than usual and review their designated gameday parking route.
Five Illini Named to 2026 Senior Bowl Top 300
Matthew Bailey, Hudson Clement, Katin Houser, Jake Renfro, and Xavier Scott named among the top players eligible for the 2027 NFL Draft.
Illinois Announces 2026 Concessions Enhancements for Gies Memorial Stadium
Illinois announced many exciting concessions enhancements coming to Gies Memorial Stadium this fall.
Illinois Football Names Six Team Captains for 2026 Season
Matthew Bailey, Collin Dixon, Katin Houser, Aidan Laughery, Jake Renfro, and Xavier Scott elected by team vote.
Platt Named to Biletnikoff Award Watch List
Fifth year wide receiver is one of seven Big Ten pass catchers on the list.
Valentine Named to Doak Walker Award Watch List
Junior running back is one of 12 Big Ten rushers on the list.
Illini Football Sets 2001 Big Ten Championship Team’s 25th Anniversary Reunion for Sept. 11-12
The 2001 squad, led by head coach Ron Turner, were outright Big Ten champions.
Illinois Battles #19 Georgia to Scoreless Draw in Home Opener
The Illini are now 4-0-1 in their last five home openers.
WATCH: Bret Bielema Press Conference - On-Campus Media Day
Bret Bielema spoke with the media at Gies Memorial Stadium during the Fighting Illini's on-campus media day, Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.
Lee Named to MAC Hermann Trophy Watch List
Izzy Lee becomes the third Illini in program history to be named to the prestigious award watchlist and first since Janelle Flaws in 2015.
Henderson Named to Wuerffel Trophy Watch List
Senior o-lineman also nominated for 2026 AFCA Good Works Team.