“U of I had a profound impact on Larry. He has always been generous with his time, but now he is generous with his money too for the athletic department.”
Gies’s contribution honors his late father, U.S. Army veteran Larry Gies Sr., and aims to preserve the legacy of military sacrifice.
The team is pushing to finalize plans by the end of this year.
The Illini jumped two spots in the AP poll and three in the Coaches Poll following a commanding 45-19 road victory over Duke.
“I’m excited with how the nonconference play went,” said head coach Katie Hultin.
Quarterback Luke Altmyer was efficient and poised, going 17-for-21 for 217 yards and three touchdowns.
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The action tips off with an exhibition against Maryville (Mo.) on Oct. 30, before the regular season opener against Southeast Missouri State.
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As it stands, I think there are only two defensible losses on this season’s schedule for a team with that type of aspirations.