Illinois State University President Larry Dietz announced the appointment of Kyle Brennan as the Redbirds’ Director of Athletics Wednesday, December 23.
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Go behind-the-scenes with Illinois State’s basketball teams in new video series
Illinois State athletics debuted a new series called “Taking Flight” on Monday, November 16, telling the stories of the Redbird men’s and women’s basketball teams and how they’ve faced adversity in a challenging year.
Himmelman named finalist for William V. Campbell Trophy
Illinois State senior offensive tackle Drew Himmelman was named one of 12 finalists for the 2020 William V. Campbell Trophy® Presented by Mazda, as announced by the National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame on Thursday.
Purchase your fan cut out at Redbird Arena this winter
The Illinois State basketball and volleyball seasons are just around the corner, and although spectators will not be in the stands at Redbird Arena due to State of Illinois COVID-19 regulations, fans can ensure they are in attendance in the form of a fan cut out.
ISU Athletics announces “Keep Rising” fundraising campaign for COVID-19 relief
Illinois State Athletics launched the public phase of the Keep Rising campaign, a special fund to help the department offset the loss of revenue caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact across college athletics.
James Robinson named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month
Former Illinois State football player James Robinson (2015-19) was named the Offensive Rookie of the Month for his performance in the month of September, as announced by the National Football League (NFL) on Thursday morning.
Zach Copeland and Jaycee Hillsman sign professional contracts overseas
A pair of Illinois State men’s basketball standouts have recently signed to begin their professional careers in Europe: Zach Copeland and Jaycee Hillsman.
Illinois State student-athletes receive academic recognition from MVC
An impressive 14 Illinois State student-athletes earned the highest academic award given by the Missouri Valley Conference on Wednesday, as the league released its extensive list of annual academic awards in August.
MVC and MVFC postpone fall sports
The Missouri Valley Conference and Missouri Valley Football Conference have announced the postponement of all fall sports competition and championships.
Setting up for success
This offseason has been nowhere near relaxing for rising sophomore Kendee Hilliard.