Brad Sturdy, IlliniGuys.com insider/analyst and co-host of IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular, immediately put together five possible candidates for this open Illini head coach position.
By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 7, 2026
(Cover photo SIU Athletics)
For only the third time in program history, the softball program at the University of Illinois is in need of a head coach.
The university announced the move to terminate Tyra Perry immediately following her 1-on-1 meeting with Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman on Monday evening. The Illini finished the 2026 season at 15-39 overall with a last . . .
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