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Three Illini invited to 2026 NBA Combine

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Vaaks Officially Signs with Fighting Illini

Updated 20 hrs ago

Illinois Announces Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Apr 30, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill.– Eight new members were named to the University of Illinois Athletics Hall of Fame today by the Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. National Player … Read moreIllinois Announces Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Evan Clark announces retirement as Illinois Women's Tennis Coach

Updated Apr 28, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill.– Illinois Women's Tennis Head Coach Evan Clark announced on Tuesday his retirement after 11 seasons at the helm of the program. Clark will stay on unti… Read moreEvan Clark announces retirement as Illinois Women's Tennis Coach

'It meant everything to me': Kylan Boswell sits down with WAND Sports to discuss Illini career

Updated Apr 26, 2026

Illinois star Kylan Boswell sat down with WAND Sports' Adeena Balthazor to discuss his new chapter, playing for his hometown team, his appreciation for Brad Underwood … Read more'It meant everything to me': Kylan Boswell sits down with WAND Sports to discuss Illini career

Andrej Stojakovic enters NBA Draft, maintains college eligibility

Updated Apr 26, 2026

8 Illini football players given undrafted NFL opportunities

Updated Apr 26, 2026

Broncos select Illini safety Miles Scott in NFL draft

Updated Apr 25, 2026

Illinois safety Miles Scott is staying in the blue and orange after the Denver Broncos took him with the No. 246 pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Read moreBroncos select Illini safety Miles Scott in NFL draft

Giants select Illinois offensive tackle J.C. Davis

Updated Apr 25, 2026

The New York Giants selected Illinois offensive tackle J.C. Davis with the 192nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Read moreGiants select Illinois offensive tackle J.C. Davis

Patriots draft Illini pass rusher Gabe Jacas

Updated Apr 24, 2026

With the 23rd pick in the 2nd Round of the NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected Illinois pass rusher Gabe Jacas. Read morePatriots draft Illini pass rusher Gabe Jacas

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TUPPER'S TAKE: Discussing the Illini men's incoming freshmen class

TUPPER'S TAKE: 'Dream come true' for Illini MBB with mix of returners, freshmen

TUPPER'S TAKE: Illini add "intoxicating" Stefan Vaaks and optimism around player retention

TUPPER'S TAKE: Challenging spring ahead for Illinois football

Illinois adjusting well to new defense during spring practices

Updated Apr 21, 2026

(WAND) -- 14 spring practies down one more to go for Illinois football as they wrap of the spring season. Read moreIllinois adjusting well to new defense during spring practices

Limited Illini Football Season Tickets on Sale Tuesday

Updated Apr 21, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Season tickets for the 2026 Illinois football season are on sale to the general public Tuesday April, 21 starting at 12 p.m. CT. With momentum contin… Read moreLimited Illini Football Season Tickets on Sale Tuesday

TUPPER'S TAKE: Discussing the Illini men's incoming freshmen class

Updated Apr 20, 2026

In this edition of Tupper's Take, Illini expert Mark Tupper discusses the potential of the Illinois men's incoming freshman class. Read moreTUPPER'S TAKE: Discussing the Illini men's incoming freshmen class

Season Ticket Renewals Now Open

Updated Apr 20, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Illinois women's basketball ticket renewals open on April 20 for the 2026-27 season. New general admission season tickets will go on sale May 26, and… Read moreSeason Ticket Renewals Now Open

Illini officially sign All-American guard Quentin Coleman

Updated Apr 19, 2026

Illinois basketball officially signed high school All-American guard Quentin Coleman Sunday. Read moreIllini officially sign All-American guard Quentin Coleman

Illini freshman Brandon Lee enters transfer portal

Updated Apr 19, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Brandon Lee, a freshman on the Illinois men's basketball team and former 4-star recruit, has entered the transfer portal. Read moreIllini freshman Brandon Lee enters transfer portal

Illini players hope to hear their names called in 2026 NFL Draft

Updated Apr 19, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - In a matter of just a few days, college football players from across the nation will have their childhood dreams realized by hearing their nam… Read moreIllini players hope to hear their names called in 2026 NFL Draft

TUPPER'S TAKE: 'Dream come true' for Illini MBB with mix of returners, freshmen

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Illinois expert Mark Tupper says that it feels like a "dream come true" with most of the Illini's roster returning for the 2026-27 season, and what to make of the rost… Read moreTUPPER'S TAKE: 'Dream come true' for Illini MBB with mix of returners, freshmen

3-star forward Zavier Zens commits to Illini basketball

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Illinois men's basketball has landed another recruit in the class of 2026. Read more3-star forward Zavier Zens commits to Illini basketball

Andrej Stojakovic announces return to Illini for 2026-27 season

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic announced he will return to Illinois for a second season Friday. Read moreAndrej Stojakovic announces return to Illini for 2026-27 season

Keaton Wagler "a tough decision" to enter NBA Draft

Updated Apr 16, 2026

(WAND) -- Wednesday night was the first time we got to talk to Keaton Wagler since his announcement that he was entering hte NBA draft. Read moreKeaton Wagler "a tough decision" to enter NBA Draft

"Kickin' Cancer" event raised nearly $690,000 for American Cancer Society

Updated Apr 16, 2026

GIFFORD, Ill. (WAND) -- The 12th annual "Kickin' Cancer" fundraiser event held by Brad Underwood broke records Wednesday April 15. Read more"Kickin' Cancer" event raised nearly $690,000 for American Cancer Society

Illinois adjusting well to new defense during spring practices

Updated Apr 21, 2026

(WAND) -- 14 spring practies down one more to go for Illinois football as they wrap of the spring season. Read moreIllinois adjusting well to new defense during spring practices

Limited Illini Football Season Tickets on Sale Tuesday

Updated Apr 21, 2026

TUPPER'S TAKE: Discussing the Illini men's incoming freshmen class

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Season Ticket Renewals Now Open

Updated Apr 20, 2026

Illini officially sign All-American guard Quentin Coleman

Updated Apr 19, 2026

Illinois basketball officially signed high school All-American guard Quentin Coleman Sunday. Read moreIllini officially sign All-American guard Quentin Coleman

Illini freshman Brandon Lee enters transfer portal

Updated Apr 19, 2026

Illini players hope to hear their names called in 2026 NFL Draft

Updated Apr 19, 2026

TUPPER'S TAKE: 'Dream come true' for Illini MBB with mix of returners, freshmen

Updated Apr 20, 2026

3-star forward Zavier Zens commits to Illini basketball

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Illinois men's basketball has landed another recruit in the class of 2026. Read more3-star forward Zavier Zens commits to Illini basketball

Andrej Stojakovic announces return to Illini for 2026-27 season

Updated Apr 17, 2026

Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic announced he will return to Illinois for a second season Friday. Read moreAndrej Stojakovic announces return to Illini for 2026-27 season

Keaton Wagler "a tough decision" to enter NBA Draft

Updated Apr 16, 2026

(WAND) -- Wednesday night was the first time we got to talk to Keaton Wagler since his announcement that he was entering hte NBA draft. Read moreKeaton Wagler "a tough decision" to enter NBA Draft

"Kickin' Cancer" event raised nearly $690,000 for American Cancer Society

Updated Apr 16, 2026

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Big Ten Volleyball Tournament to Debut in November 2026

Updated Apr 16, 2026

ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference will usher in a new era of collegiate volleyball this fall with the launch of its inaugural tournament Nov. 20-25, 2026, at Fis… Read moreBig Ten Volleyball Tournament to Debut in November 2026

Report: Ty Rodgers enters transfer portal

Updated Apr 16, 2026

(WAND) -- Illinois' Ty Rodgers has entered the transfer portal according to reports. Read moreReport: Ty Rodgers enters transfer portal

Ivisic Twins and Jake Davis all "running it back" for senior years

Updated Apr 16, 2026

(WAND) -- Three more Illinois men's basketball players announcing they are returning for the 2026-27 season. Read moreIvisic Twins and Jake Davis all "running it back" for senior years

Students can kick for free Illini football season tickets at Kickin' for Chicken event

Updated Apr 15, 2026

University of Illinois student season ticket holders can kick their way to free tickets for this upcoming football season. Read moreStudents can kick for free Illini football season tickets at Kickin' for Chicken event

David Mirkovic returning for second year with Illinois

Updated Apr 15, 2026

(WAND) -- Illinois star David Mirkvic will return for a second year after helping Illinois get to the Final Four. Read moreDavid Mirkovic returning for second year with Illinois

Destiny Jackson returning for sophomore year

Updated Apr 14, 2026

(WAND) -- Illinois guard Destiny Jackson is returning to the program for her sophomore year. Read moreDestiny Jackson returning for sophomore year

TUPPER'S TAKE: Illini add "intoxicating" Stefan Vaaks and optimism around player retention

Updated Apr 20, 2026

4-Star QB Kamden Lopati decommits from Illinois

Updated Apr 13, 2026

A major shake-up for Illinois football recruiting—four-star quarterback Kamden Lopati has decommitted from the Illinois Fighting Illini football, according to a report… Read more4-Star QB Kamden Lopati decommits from Illinois

Illini basketball lands transfer pickup Stefan Vaaks from Providence

Updated Apr 13, 2026

Illinois men's basketball acquired freshman guard Stefan Vaaks from Providence in the transfer portal. Read moreIllini basketball lands transfer pickup Stefan Vaaks from Providence

Illini football's "Mom's Day" practice & catching up with the Trimbles

Updated Apr 11, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - Family is at the forefront of the values instilled in the Illinois football program. Few experiences showcase its importance than Bret Bielema… Read moreIllini football's "Mom's Day" practice & catching up with the Trimbles

Illinois star Wagler declares for NBA draft following historic freshman season

Updated Apr 11, 2026

Fresh off leading the Illini to a Final Four berth, Keaton Wagler has declared for the NBA draft. Read moreIllinois star Wagler declares for NBA draft following historic freshman season

Mihailo Petrovic & Toni Bilic to enter transfer portal

Updated Apr 11, 2026

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) - According to multiple reports, European talents Mihailo Petrovic and Toni Bilic will depart the Illinois men's basketball program and enter th… Read moreMihailo Petrovic & Toni Bilic to enter transfer portal

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