Illinois wins exhibition contest against UI-Springfield

On Friday, we got a chance to see the 2021-22 Illini squad in competitive action. They took on the University of Illinois-Springfield Prairie Stars in an extended exhibition game. Illinois won the 13-inning affair by the score of 7-3. Much of the Illini’s success goes two our catchers. Jacob Campbell…

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Fall ball at Illinois Field around the corner

After a season of summer league action, Illini athletes are now settling into their fall semester classes (study hard, guys!).  The Illinois Baseball team will return for another season of Fall ball very soon.  According to FightingIllini.com, the Illini is scheduled to take on the UI-Springfield Prairie Stars on Friday,…

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As Fall season ends, Illini announce Allen as new pitching coach

The Illinois baseball fall season has now come to an end. With it, comes some needed staff changes to complete the coaching staff. Illinois baseball announced that former San Francisco Giants pitching coordinator Mark Allen will now be the pitching coach for the Illini. Not only does Coach Allen bring…

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Illinois newcomers have a grand time against Butler

On Saturday, Illinois baseball traveled to Grand Park in Westfield, Indiana to take on the Butler Bulldogs in their first fall game. Robin and I decided to make a road trip of it and boy, we’re sure glad we did! With some help of some new Illinois players, the Illini…

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