The Illinois State women’s golf team proved that the fourth time is a charm, as the Redbirds overcame the odds and recorded their fourth-consecutive State Farm Missouri Valley Conference Championship title at the Weibring Golf Club on April 23, a first in the history of the league. Head coach Darby Sligh was named MVC Coach
Category: Athletics
Friedman named ISU Director of Athletics
Illinois State University’s President Al Bowman announced the appointment of Gary Friedman as the Redbirds’ Director of Athletics. Friedman, who previously served as the senior associate athletic director at Louisville, was chosen from approximately 45 applicants. He will officially begin the position on June 1. Friedman will be Illinois State’s 10th Director of Athletics in
Two travel packages remain for Cancun Challenge
Illinois State fans and alumni looking to enjoy the Moon Palace Resort in Cancun, Mexico, with the Redbird men’s basketball team now have two options through Suzi Davis Travel to be a part of this trip, as the Redbirds take part in the 2011 Cancun Challenge, presented by Triple Crown, with Rutgers, Illinois and Richmond
Two golf classics set for summer months
Two annual golf events are slated at Illinois State. Plan now for the Redbird Golf Classic, which will be held Friday, June 10, at the Weibring Golf Club at Illinois State University. Reservation forms can be printed online at GoRedbirds.com. The Kilborn Classic returns August 24-25, with proceeds benefiting the men’s and women’s golf programs
Illinois State coach chosen for national hall of fame
Head softball coach Melinda Fischer ’72, M.S. ’75, has been inducted into the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Hall of Fame. This is the second association award for Fischer, who was the first recipient of the NFCA Distinguished Service Award in 2002. Fischer is in her 26th season at the helm of the ISU softball
Honor given to family of faithful supporters
It’s hard to find anyone more loyal to Redbird Athletics than Parker Kemp and his family members, who have been actively involved with the University’s program for nearly three decades. For more than 27 years, the Kemps have been faithful in cheering on student-athletes at numerous ISU athletics events. Three children—Tony Jenkins, Rene Shafer, and
Recruits ready for Redbird football
The spring semester is a busy time for the Redbird football program. From National Signing Day in February to practices in March and the annual Red-White spring game in April, the coaches and team members have been working hard for the upcoming season. The schedule is set, with six home games slated. The action begins
Scholarship fund drive set to support student-athletes
Weisbecker Scholarship Fund helps more than 400 students An annual fund drive is held each spring to bolster the Weisbecker Scholarship Fund, which serves and provides opportunities for Redbird Athletics’ ultimate resource—its more than 400 student-athletes. As the fundraising arm of Illinois State Athletics and the lifeblood of scholarship dollars for the student-athletes, the Weisbecker Scholarship Fund
May promotions a plenty at Duffy Bass Field
Come support Redbird baseball with family and friends The Illinois State baseball team will host three crucial Missouri Valley Conference series during the month of the May. May 1 is Fan Appreciation Day as the Redbirds take on Indiana State. There will be May Day baskets with candy and prizes available at Duffy Bass Field.
Redbird football tickets available
Home opener scheduled for September 10 Even though the upcoming NFL season appears to be in jeopardy, the Illinois State football team knows it will be lining up for its home opener September 10 against Morehead State. The game will be the first of seven of the season at Hancock Stadium. Fans can guarantee to
