The Farrell Files Illinois - Massive Portal Win for the Illini
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
May 13, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the biggest transfer portal get yet for the Illini and another one that could be coming.
Illini Bullpen Shines in Home Finale Win
Illinois clinched another series victory and a 20th home win in the final game in Champaign of the 2024 season. The Illini maintained its one-game lead in the Big Ten standings.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 12, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Joe Glassey has made 70 career pitching appearances in an Illinois jersey, but it might be his final one at his home field that he’ll remember the most.
Illini Acquire Verbal Pledge From All-Big 12 CB Terrance Brooks
Bret Bielema’s Illinois program lands arguably its most significant transfer portal addition of this offseason by adding All-Big 12 Conference cornerback Terrance Brooks.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 12, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Illinois has filled a massive hole in its secondary by acquiring a verbal pledge from arguably its most notable transfer portal addition of the Bret Bielema era.
All-SWAC Defensive Lineman Schedules Illini Official Visit
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 12, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — A two-time All-Southwestern Conference selection has elected to take an official visit to Illinois.
Johnny Newton to Have 2nd Foot Surgery - This Time on Left Foot
IlliniGuys Staff May 11, 2024 As reported by the […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Latest Basketball Portal Kombat Update
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
May 11, 2024
A lot is going on as the Illini strive to fill out their roster for next season.
As of today, the remaining pieces to next year's basketball roster will
Illini Athletics Celebrates Graduation
Illinois Athletics May 11, 2024 CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. – During the 2023-24 academic […]
Illini Sluggers Pound Iowa 10-5; Illinois Maintain Big Ten Lead
Illinois runs home record to 19-2 with a dominating Friday night win over Iowa and star starting pitcher Cade Obermueller.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 10, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — To the delight of the home fans at Illinois Field, great hitting did a serious number on very good pitching Friday night.
Illinois, while boasting arguably the most dangerous offensive lineup in the Big Ten Conference, pounded Iowa 10-5 to win the opening game of a league weekend series for the seventh time in eight tries this season.
Ked's View - Tomislav Ivisic Signs with the Illini
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
May 10, 2024
The much anticipated big-man position with Illinois has been filled. Illini Nation, meet Tomislav Ivišić. The 7-foot-1 big man is the twin brother of Arkansas big man Zvonimir Ivišić.
The Farrell Files Illinois - 2025 Positions of Need & More
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
May 10, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll do a quick update on a few positions of need in 2025 and the possibility of a huge transfer visit.
Jackson Buchanan Experiencing New Postseason Feel as Illini Leader
Jackson Buchanan was the 12th player in Illinois men’s golf history to be named the Big Ten Conference Player of the Year.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 9, 2024
URBANA — You’ll forgive Jackson Buchanan if this postseason run for the Illinois golfer feels different mentally and emotionally.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illinois Aims to Secure Promising Cornerback Terrance Brooks
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
May 9, 2023
Bret Bielema, facing several departures from his roster due to the transfer portal, refuses to rest, sit back, and not replace them. The veteran coach, with his dedicated staff, is actively pursuing recruits who can potentially make a significant impact next year.
Playing Ball - How Illinois Leaned into the Offense-Heavy World of College Baseball
Illinois head coach Dan Hartleb believes his team has adapted well to the explosion of offense shifting the sport of college baseball.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 8, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Following the conclusion of one of his more disappointing seasons at Illinois in the 2023 campaign, Dan Hartleb had no choice but to reflect what changes must be made with his baseball program.
‘We may add one more’: Underwood Promises At Most One More Portal Addition to 24-25 Roster
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood has decided that his traditional eight to nine player rotation doesn’t need close to the NCAA’s 13 scholarship limit allotment.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
May 8, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Illinois shouldn’t expect more than one more player addition from the transfer portal to fill out the 2024-25 roster.
The Farrell Files Illinois - CB Fits from the Portal
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
May 7, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a cornerback fit from the portal and the latest I’m hearing on key in state WR target Brayden Trimble.
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