Five women and four men are set to don the Orange and Blue for the first time next season, bringing a wealth of talent and potential to the team.

No matter what activity, amount, level, organized or not, if you’re supporting your kids’ interests as best you can, you get a hearty thumbs up.

Originally from Riga, Latvia, Blazevica has competed for the University of Texas for the last four seasons and has chosen to conclude her collegiate career at the University of Illinois.

The games are similar to baseball with some noted differences to accommodate the needs of the players.

The Illinois track and field program is on an upward trajectory, thanks to strategic recruiting and a commitment to excellence.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all the pre-game festivities and to cheer on our team as they take to the field.
Following the full-service tailgate setup period, Bring Your Own Tailgate (BYOT) reservations will open on July 8 for all seven games if tailgating spots remain.
To be eligible for the award, a nominee must have a 3.50 GPA and be at least a sophomore academically and athletically.
Franklin was a four-year starter at UTSA and left the program as the single-season and career record holder for receptions, receiving yards, receiving yards per game, 100-yard games, and receiving touchdowns.

The 23-year-old Shannon was accused of committing sexual assault last September while visiting Kansas for a football game between the Illini and the Jayhawks.