March 29th, 2010 by brett.calvert
Hey Ballers!
The #18/20 are back in action this week as they take on the Indiana State Sycamores! The Lady Illini will try to win their 23rd game of the season Wednesday night at 5:00pm at beautiful Eichelberger Field. To entice attendance, we will have candy and sunflower seeds to anyone who comes to the game. Also, this year the Baller Chairs have decided to give away quarter length baseball shirts to anyone who attends three games. This limited edition, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, will showcase your Baller pride. So come out Wednesday and support your nationally ranked Fighting Illini and enjoy some snacks, and earn your way to an epic t-shirt.
Recap:
WHAT? Illinois Softball…duh
WHEN? This Wednesday at 5pm
WHERE? Eichelberger Field
WHY? Because softball is the greatest sport on earth
Steph and Brett
April 17th, 2008 by Amanda Banas
The Fighting Illini Softball team defeated instate rival, ISU Redbirds 16-8 this Wednesday. Star of the game, short stop Angelina Mexicano, tied the school single-season homerun record during the bottom of the 6th inning, marking her 16th homerun on the year. Mexicano went 3-5 with 4 RBIs and 5 runs scored. Also adding to the offensive domination was Armstrong, going 2-2 with 5 RBIs and 2 runs scored, Katrina Ross, and Sarah Breyers. Wednesday’s game tallied as the seventh straight game with at least one home run hit by the Illini. Sophomore pitcher Ashley Wright earned the win, giving up only 3 hits and allowing no runs in 2 2/3 innings of play. The Illini are now 24-23 on the season. The girls will return to Eichelberger field this weekend, hosting the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday at 6pm and Saturday at noon, and the Wisconsin Badgers Sunday at noon and 2pm.
Come out this weekend to continue collecting those points for FREE ¾ sleeved shirts and tshirts!!
March 27th, 2008 by Amanda Banas
The 2008 Season is looking to be very exciting and promising for the Womens Fighting Illini softball team. The team is returning their top 3 homerun hitters from last season- Lana Armstrong, Shanna Diller, and Angelina Mexicano. The freshman class has also been working very hard during fall ball and off season and will be key components to this Illini team. The ladies face an extremely competitive 2008 schedule, facing 8 teams that played in the ‘07 Super Regionals. Although Big 10 season doesnt start until March 30th, they face topnotch competition in the South Florida Tournament, Louisville Sluggers Desert Classic, and the Aggie Classic in Texas until then.
July 11th, 2007 by Amanda Banas
The Fighting Illini have a lot to look forward to for the upcoming 2008 season. The team will consist of six seniors, including: McKenzie Smith, left field, Angelina Mexicano, short stop, Shanna Diller, third base, Katie Gaitros, Sarah Breyers, center field, and Claire DeVreese, pitcher. The team will be led by three senior captains: Breyers, Diller, and Mexicano. Last season, the Illini were arguably the most exciting team to watch due to the fact they led the country in homeruns per game. Returning players shattered previously held team records while also challenging Big Ten records. This team remains almost entirely intact, with the defensive line up looking nearly identical to that of last season. The only exceptions being first and second base, after graduating Kisten Martin and Molly Lawhead. In 2008, Illini softball will once again challenge previous team and conference records, planning for a Big Ten championship season.
July 5th, 2007 by Lunani Yen
After over a week of games being cancelled due to rain, snow, and cold the Illini took the field with hot bats Friday vs. Michigan St. Shana Diller started things off quickly with a solo home run in the first. She followed this with a grand slam in her next at bat. She then hit another homerun in the 2nd game of the double header, tying her with Jenna Hall for the Illini Single Season Record. Shanna wasn’t the only one going yard, as Illini batters teamed up for 9 big flys. Angelena Mexicano and Sidney Lisey joined in on the fun in the first game, and Makenzie Smith, Lana Armstrong, and Sarah Bryers joined Mexicano and Diller with round trippers in the second game. Oh yea, and the Illini won both games 9-6.
Sunday started off ugly against the #8 Wolverines. Illinois committed 5 errors while only collecting 4 hits off Michigan’s star pitcher in a 5-0 loss. The second game seemed to be much of the same as the Wolverines took a 3-0 lead into the 7th. After a Sarah Bryers walk, Hope Howell made it to third base on a throwing error to first, then Shanna Diller hit a majestic game tying homerun. In the 8th Illinois got the leadoff girl aboard, and with two outs Sarah Bryers hit her 4th home run of the year for the game winner. Final Score 5-3 in 8.
Current Record 26-15 (5-3 Big Ten)
ILLINI LEADERS
Batting Average: Lana Armstrong .421
Home Runs: Shanna Diller 14
RBI: Lana Armstrong 41
Stolen Bases: Angelena Mexicano 8
Wins: Vicky Brown 15
ERA: Vicky Brown 3.27
Strikeouts: Vicky Brown 87
April 13th, 2007 by Lunani Yen
After an exciting end to the weekend slate of softball games we are sure everyone is pumped for the next game! Well you won’t have to wait long, because on Tuesday the Illini take on #19 Illinois State Redbirds at 6 PM! Be sure so come out to see the Illini show which team really is the best in the State of Illinois! Plus, with so many great prizes you can earn, why wouldn’t you want to come!
Cliff Notes:
What: Illinois Softball vs. Illinois State
Where: Eichelberger Field
When: Tuesday, 6PM
Why: Another opportunity to pick up points towards free stuff and another chance to see the top slugging team in the nation!
