The daily pitch from Sports Editor : July 23, 2026

Jul. 23—➜ , the third straight year the Illini have achieved that. ➜ . That distinction earned Illinois special mention honors in the 2025-26 Women's Basketball Coaches Association academic Top 25 team honor roll, the WBCA announced. ➜ , an honor for those who make a difference in community service, academic achievement and leadership. career passing yards Illinois quarterback has in his ...