Legendary Redbird basketball player Doug Collins ’73 is actively involved in the NBA again with his new position as senior advisor of basketball operations for the Chicago Bulls. He coached the team for three seasons in the 1980s.
One of the most celebrated players in Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) history while at ISU, Boomer Grigsby ’07 is now among 173 past collegiate players nominated for the 2018 College Football Hall of Fame.
Mattes is the first Redbird to qualify for the NCAA Championships since Christian Goy did so in 2002.
Reggie’s Kids Club members will have several opportunities to back the ‘Birds at special events this winter. Reggie’s Kids Club, sponsored by Papa John’s, is free for all kids ages 12 and under to join.
The 2017-2018 season is a landmark one for the Missouri Valley Conference and for women’s sports.
The MVC Volleyball Championship will be hosted at Redbird Arena on Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 23-25, 2017.
Illinois State men’s and women’s basketball single-game tickets are on sale now, as both teams begin play the first week of November on Doug Collins Court.
Redbird fans can download the free TuneIn app for complimentary access to a dedicated Illinois State channel to find Redbird radio play-by-play and full team coverage.
The Illinois State football team is off to a strong start to begin the 2017 season, with a pair of commanding wins in the first month of play.
Illinois State will host the 2017 Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Individual Tennis Championship, Saturday, October 7 through Monday, October 9.
