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Illinois women's basketball wins season opener over Detroit Mercy
By Maria Gonzalez
Kickoff time set for home finale vs Iowa
Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Sports Reporter · Bloomington, IL
Jake, a former collegiate athlete, graduated from Illinois State University and has spent the last 5 years covering sports for various local publications. His insider's perspective on the local sports scene helps him craft compelling stories that connect with fans and players alike.
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) -- Illinois' final home game of the year will be an afternoon kickoff against the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Hawkeyes will visit Champaign for the first time in four years, with kickoff set for 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 21. Illinois won the last meeting in 2022 by a field goal and has [...]
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