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Western Illinois announces men’s basketball coaching staff additions for upcoming season

Western Illinois University has announced updates to its men's basketball coaching staff for the 2025-26 season.

By West Central Reporter | Jul 30, 2025

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Western Illinois University announces sale of men’s and women’s basketball season tickets

Western Illinois University has announced that season tickets for the 2025-26 men's and women's basketball teams are now available.

By West Central Reporter | Jul 28, 2025

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Four Western Illinois football players earn Phil Steele preseason all-conference honors

By West Central Reporter | Jul 25, 2025

Western Illinois University's football team has seen four of its players earn spots on the 2025 Phil Steele Preseason All-Big South/OVC Teams.

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Western Illinois women's basketball ranks fourth in WBCA Academic Top 25

By West Central Reporter | Jul 22, 2025

Western Illinois University's women's basketball team has achieved a notable academic milestone.

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Western Illinois volleyball team earns fifth consecutive AVCA academic honor

By West Central Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

Western Illinois University's volleyball team has been recognized with the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Honor.

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Western Illinois University Women's Tennis team earns ITA academic honors

By West Central Reporter | Jul 21, 2025

The Western Illinois University Women's Tennis team has been recognized by the International Tennis Association (ITA) for their academic achievements during the 2024-25 season.

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Western Illinois University's Arnie Grunert earns USTFCCCA all-academic honors

By West Central Reporter | Jul 20, 2025

Western Illinois University Athletics has announced that Arnie Grunert has been recognized as a 2025 Men's Track and Field All-Academic Athlete.

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Western Illinois University's track team honored for academic excellence

By West Central Reporter | Jul 20, 2025

The Western Illinois University Women's Track and Field team has been recognized by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) for their academic performance during the 2024-25 season.

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Western Illinois University announces football players to watch for 2025 season

By West Central Reporter | Jul 20, 2025

The Ohio Valley Conference and the Big South have announced their preseason offensive and defensive players to watch, with Western Illinois University recognizing a group of Leathernecks expected to significantly impact the field.

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Leatherneck football alumni reunion set for September

By West Central Reporter | Jul 14, 2025

Western Illinois University Athletics has announced a Leatherneck Football Alumni Reunion scheduled for September 26–27, 2025.

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Western Illinois men's basketball announces new roster for 2025-26 season

By West Central Reporter | Jul 3, 2025

Western Illinois University's men's basketball team has announced its roster for the 2025-26 season, featuring a significant influx of new talent.

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Western Illinois University baseball players gain experience during summer leagues

By West Central Reporter | Jun 27, 2025

Western Illinois University's baseball team members have been actively participating in various leagues and training camps over the summer, showcasing their dedication to the sport.

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Western Illinois Men’s Soccer releases full schedule for fall season

By West Central Reporter | Jun 23, 2025

Western Illinois Men's Soccer has announced its 2025 fall schedule, which includes a mix of non-conference and Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) games.

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Western Illinois Cross Country reveals competitive fall schedule for 2025

By West Central Reporter | Jun 23, 2025

Western Illinois University's cross country team has announced its schedule for the 2025 fall season.

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Western Illinois University adds Estonian recruit Maarja Leinstrep to women's tennis team

By West Central Reporter | Jun 18, 2025

Western Illinois University's Women's Tennis team has announced the addition of Maarja Leinstrep to its 2025 class.

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Western Illinois women’s soccer announces Fall schedule for competitive season

By West Central Reporter | Jun 18, 2025

The Western Illinois Women's Soccer team has released its schedule for the Fall 2025 season.

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Ariel Bernard joins U.S. Soccer Women's College Talent ID Camp roster

By West Central Reporter | Jun 16, 2025

Western Illinois University's Ariel Bernard has been selected for the U.S. Soccer Women's College Talent ID Camp.

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Kayla Turner honored with OVC Community Service Award

By West Central Reporter | Jun 11, 2025

The Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) has announced the recipients of the 2024-2025 Community Service Awards.

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Arnie Grunert finishes 20th at NCAA National Championships

By West Central Reporter | Jun 11, 2025

Arnie Grunert concluded his junior season with a 20th place finish at the NCAA National Championships held in Eugene, Oregon.

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Don Greco nominated again for College Football Hall of Fame

By West Central Reporter | Jun 3, 2025

This week, the National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame released the 2026 ballot for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame.