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Big Ten Unveils 2027 Baseball Schedule for Illinois Fighting Illini

The Big Ten Conference announced the 2027 baseball schedule for the University of Illinois, setting a 10‑conference‑opponent slate that begins with a road series at Nebraska in March and culminates with a home series against Penn State in May. Head coach Dan Hartleb will begin his 22nd season.

Jun 26, 2026

Marquette’s 2026 soccer schedule delayed and criticized

The 2026 Marquette University men’s soccer schedule was finally unveiled on June 22, but the delay left many fans frustrated. The slate includes matches against Oakland, Saint Mary’s, Northern Illinois, Wisconsin, Northwestern, St. Thomas, Southern Indiana, Georgetown, UW‑Milwaukee, Carroll, Creighton, Xavier, Butler, Connecticut, DePaul, St. John’s and Akron. What worries analysts most is the lack of competitive non‑conference opponents. Marquette’s history adds another layer of context. If the Golden Eagles can navigate this thin slate, they still have a shot at qualifying for the Big East tournament for the first time since spring 2021.

Jun 23, 2026

Griffin Wilde Returns to Northwestern, Eyes Big Ten Breakout

Former Sioux Falls Jefferson and South Dakota State standout Griffin Wilde is set to resume his college career at Northwestern, where he hopes to leverage new offensive coordinator Chip Kelly’s system and a matchup with his former team.

Jun 19, 2026

Brian James Announces Retirement After 50-Year Coaching Career

Brian James, a 50‑year veteran of basketball coaching, announced his retirement from Northwestern University’s men’s basketball program, ending a distinguished career that spanned high school, college and professional levels while shaping generations of players and coaches.

Jun 18, 2026

Northwestern Wildcats Poised for a Breakout 2026 Season

The Wildcats have improved each year under head coach David Braun, highlighted by a 7‑6 record in 2025, star performances from Caleb Komolafe and Robert Fitzgerald, and a nationally televised showdown against Penn State on Oct. 2, 2026.

Jun 9, 2026

South Dakota State’s 2026 televised schedule

South Dakota State will appear in two nationally televised football games during the 2026 season, including a Big Ten Network contest against Northwestern and an ESPN‑broadcast Interstate Series showdown with South Dakota.

May 30, 2026