Good morning, Illini fans! Here’s the latest from around Illinois athletics.
🏈 Moczulski earns Big Ten recognition
Illinois kicker Ethan Moczulski was named Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week after delivering a perfect performance in the Illini’s overtime win over Michigan State. He converted all three field-goal attempts and all three extra points in the 38-37 victory.
Meanwhile, Illinois football’s biggest question heading into its Oct. 24 matchup with Oregon is at quarterback. Freshman Michael Clayton II impressed in his first extended action, and TCR is asking fans who should start moving forward.
🏀 Can the Illini win 25 games?
The team gets its first preseason test Saturday against Cincinnati before opening the regular season Nov. 2 against Fairleigh Dickinson.
🏐 Volleyball gets another ranked test
No. 24 Illinois will look to get back on track Thursday when it hosts No. 22 Michigan State at 6 p.m. CT. The Illini fell to No. 16 Purdue in five sets Sunday and now face another ranked conference opponent.
⛳ Women’s golf continues at Medinah
Illinois women’s golf is competing in the Illini Women’s Invitational at Medinah this week. The tournament gives the Illini another opportunity to test themselves against a competitive field as the fall season continues.