WJBC Sports: Recent Episodes
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Former Illinois-Wesleyan All-American Olivia Lett was recently hired as the new women's head basketball coach at Millikin. She visited with WJBC's Marc Strauss about filling the shoes of a coaching legend at age 27.
New Normal Community football coach Jason Drengwitz discusses his goals for the program.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the season after ISU failed to get a bid to the NCAA and shares his thoughts on a lack of respect for mid-major conferences.
Central Catholic Boy's basketball coach Jason Welch explains what it feels like to win Third Place in Class 2A.
Illinois State women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie recaps the loss to Northern Iowa in the Missouri Valley tournament.
Central Catholic Boy's basketball coach Jason Welch recaps the Class 2A semifinal loss to Chicago Orr at Carver Arena.
Illinois State athletics director Larry Lyons previews the spring sports season, explains how seating is set at Arch Madness and shares his thoughts on the the FBI probe into college athletics.
Central Catholic basketball Coach Jason Welch discusses huge win over Dee-Mack basketball team in Springfield moving on to the State game in Peoria. Score for the game was 47-46.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller discusses the Redbirds' NIT prospects after falling in the MVC Tournament championship game.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller recaps the Missouri Valley championship loss to Loyola.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds are one game away from going dancing, while Matt Hein shares how the Redbirds are going to carry the momentum of the win over Southern Illinois into the MVC championship date with Loyola.
Illinois State First-year coach Kristen Gillespie shares how it feels to beat I-74 rival Bradley in the regular season finale.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller recaps the thrilling 77-70 win over Indiana State, while Assistant coach Brian Reese shares how it will be a quick turnaround for the Redbirds in the second roundof the Missouri Valley tournament.
Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball coach Ron Rose recaps how the Titans fell in the first round of the NCAA Div. 3 tournament.
Central Catholic basketball Coach Jason Welch discusses victory over Decatur St. Teresa, moving on from the Sectional Semifinal hosted at Maroa-Forsyth on February 27th, 2018. Score for the game was 66-41.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller previews the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament and discusses the recent FBI investigation into alleged recruiting violations at a number of major college basketball programs.
Illinois State University Women's Basketball Coach Kristen Gillespie discusses the 80-64 loss against the Drake Bulldogs.
IWU women's coach Mia Smith explains how it feels to be atop the CCIW as regular season champions and CCIW tournament champions, while senior guard Rebekah Ehresman shares how the Titans are looking forward to the big dance.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds fell in the wire-to-wire action in Chicago, while William Tinsley shares how the Redbirds will be ready for what ever March Madness brings them in St. Louis.
Illinois State first-year coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds were lackluster on both sides of the ball in the loss to the University of Northern Iowa.
Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball coach Ron Rose explains how the Titans offense was lackluster against North Central in the Collage Confrence of Illinois and Wisconsion tournament.
The oldest curling club in Illinois is just an hour north of McLean County. Paul Salander from the Waltham Curling Club tells WJBC's Marc Strauss how a visitor from Scotland in 1884 introduced the sport to the locals of Triumph, Illinois.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller recaps the thrilling overtime victory over Drake, while junior transfer William Tinsley shares how the Redbirds were able to seal-the-deal in the final minutes to grab the victory.
Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball coach Ron Rose recaps the season finale loss to North Central, and explains how the Titans are going to bounce back as the No. 2 seed in the College Confrence of Illinois and Wisconsion tournament in Rock Island Ill.
Illinois State First-year coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds slid in to 6th place in the Missouri Valley Confrence after destroying Evansville.
Freshman Grant Wolfe and coach Ron Rose visit with Eric Stock and Joel Swanson on WJBC after the Titans' 92-63 win at Carthage to clinch a share of the CCIW title.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller and guard Keyshawn Evans visit with Dick Luedke and Mike Matthews after the Redbirds' 79-75 win over Northern Iowa.
Illinois Wesleyan women's basketball coach recaps Saturday's win over Carthage which clinches a share of the CCIW title.
First-year coach Kristen Gillespie explains how her Redbirds flocked past the Sycamores of Indiana State at Redbird Arena in a Missouri Valley match up.
Illinois State women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie previews Sunday's Play4Kay game and shares thoughts about her former coach.
Illinois Wesleyan junior Colin Bonnett and coach Ron Rose recap the Titans' win over Millikin.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller and Isaac Gassman discuss the Redbirds' 70-58 loss at Bradley during the postgame interview.
Bloomington High School basketball coach Micheal Mosley recaps the Purple Raiders' loss to Lincoln.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller looks back on the loss to Valpo and previews the Bradley game while two starters remain sidelined by injury.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller shares his frustrations after the Redbirds fall to Missouri Valley newcomer Valporaiso, while junior transfer William Tinsley explains what steps the Redbirds need to take to reign the MVC in St. Louis at the Missouri Valley tournament.
Illinois State First-year head coach Kristen Gillespie recaps he loss to Missouri State at JQH Arena.
Illinois Wesleyan University men's basketball coach Ron Rose and player guest Tyler Burdine discuss the Titans' 70-61 victory over the Carroll Pioneers.
IWU women's basketball coach Mia Smith speaks with WJBC's Eric Stock about the team's 87-58 over the Carroll University Pioneers.
First-year coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds were able to slide past the Salukies of Southern Illinois in late wire-to-wire action.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' victory over SIU, updates Phil Fayne's status after leaving the game with an ankle injury and previews Sunday's game at Valparaiso.
Illinois State freshman guard Elijah Clearance explains how he stepped up in scoring a career high replacing the injured junior Keyshawn Evans. The Redbirds toppled Southern Illinois University in overtime at Redbird Arena.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds edged the Salukies in Overtime at Redbird Arena.
Khenon Hall, recruiting coordinator for Brock Spack's Redbirds, speaks with WJBC's Greg Halbleib and Blake Haas during the 2018 Redbird Football Signing Day.
ISU head football coach Brock Spack gives his speech during the 2018 Redbird Football Signing Day.
Illinois State Athletics Director Larry Lyons previews National Signing Day and discusses proposed facility upgrades.
With spring training approaching Bob Nightengale, national baseball writer for USA Today, tells WJBC's Marc Strauss he expects the free agent log jam to end soon.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' win over Evansville and looks ahead to Thursday's game against SIU.
Illinois State First-year coach Kristen Gillespie recaps how the Redbirds crushed Missouri Valley newcomer Valporaiso at Redbird Arena.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller and center Daouda N'diaye visit after the Redbirds' 75-71 home win over Evansville.
Illinois State First-year coach Kristen Gillespie recaps the win over the Ramblers of Loyola.
IWU coach Ron Rose shares his feelings after the Titans fall to Augustana in a College Confrence of Illinois and Wisconsin battle.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the win over Valparaiso and previews Tuesday's game at Missouri State.
Illinois State women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds fell to the Panthers of Northern Iowa at Redbird Arena 58-36.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds came out firing on all cylinders, while William Tinsley and Keyshawn Evans share their thoughts on the win.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and junior Danny Baker recap the Titans' win over North Park.
Illinois State coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds busted open a early lead, but ultimately fell to Drake 65-58.
Lincoln native Scott Betzelberger got the biggest job of his career as a sportscaster after he retired. Now he's come out of retirement to call NBA games.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller shares how the Redbirds bounced back in the second half to fall to Northern Iowa 83-72.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and sophomore guard Zach Knobloch recap the Titans' win over Elmhurst.
Chuck Thome recalls how his 8 year-old son Jim Thome snuck into the Cubs' dugout at Wrigley Field to get autographs. Now that kid is expected to be elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' loss to Indiana State and looks ahead to Wednesday's game at Northern Iowa.
First-year Illinois State women's coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds fell in the final minutes of wire-to-wire action against the Sycamores of Indiana State.
IWU junior guard Jason Gregoire explains how he bounced back after having mono, while IWU coach Ron Rose shares his thoughts on how the Titans are on a hot-streak.
Illinois State coach Dan Muller recaps a disappointing loss to Indiana State, while junior transfer William Tinsley shares why the Redbirds have been struggling as of late.
ISU coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds grabbed their second Missouri Valley win over the Purple Aces of Evansville 67-43.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose explains how the Titans kept their offensive flow going in the win over Millikin in a CCIW match-up at Shirk Center.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds defeated I-74 rival Bradley 70-57 at Redbird Arena, while freshman guard Elijah Clearence shares how his journey is coming after starting the season hurt.
Former Illinois State guard Osiris Eldridge shares how it feels to come back to Redbird Arena, while giving a glimpse inside where he currently is playing professionally.
WJBC's Marc Strauss interviews ISU Baseball Coach Bo Durkac about Paul DeJong's quick rise to stardom with the Cardinals during the Cardinal Caravan stop in Bloomington
WJBC's Marc Strauss interviews Cardinals Dir. of Scouting Randy Flores during the Cardinal Caravan stop in Bloomington
WJBC's Marc Strauss interviews Cardinals shortstop and former ISU Redbird Paul DeJong during the Cardinal Caravan stop in Bloomington
Coach Brian Cupples talks to WJBC following Normal West's victory over Nequa Valley, 42-27.
Coach Dave Witzig talks with WJBC following Normal Community's loss against Rockford Boylan, 76-69.
First-year coach Kristen Gillespie explains how it felt to grab the first Missouri Valley win for the Redbirds over the Salukies of Southern Illinois 49-46.
IWU's Alex O'Neill explains how the Titans got finger-bitting win, while IWU coach Ron Rose shares how excited he is to move to 12-3 over after defeating North Park 76-75 in Chicago.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds struggled down the stretch losing 74-70 to Southern Illinois, while Phil Fayne shares how the Redbirds have to forget about the loss and look forward to the "war on 74," battle against Bradley on Wednesday.
ISU coach Kristen Gillespie explained how the Redbirds fell to 0-4 in the Missouri Valley after falling to Missouri State 56-50 at Redbird Arena.
ISU coach Dan Muller recaps the loss to the Ramblers of Loyola, while Issac Gassman shares how he's starting to get the hot-hand around the three point line.
Central Catholic basketball Coach Jason Welch discusses victory over U-High team and coach Andrew McDowell on January 9th, 2018. Score for the game was 58-46.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds bounced-back after the 25 point loss to Drake, to defeat Missouri Valley favorite Missouri State 72-68. Phil Fayne shares how he scored 23 points and grabbed six rebounds in the win.
ISU women's coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds struggled in the Windy City of Chicago against Loyola.
IWU guard Brady Rose shares how it felt to score 34 points, to tie a career high, while IWU coach Rose explains how the Titans bounced back in the second half to secure the win over Elmhurst.
IWU women's basketball coach Mia Smith shares her emotions after she captures her 200th CCIW victory.
ISU coach Krieten Gillespie shares her feelings after the Illinois State women's basketball team fell to Missouri Valley Conference  newcomer Valparaiso 56-50.
After finishing the 2017 calendar year in first place, ISU coach Dan Muller recaps the teams first loss in 2018, meanwhile Issac Gassman explains how the feeling inside the locker room is after the Redbirds were throttled by Drake.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and senior Tyler Burdine recap the Titans' win over Augustana.
Illinois State Director of Athletics Larry Lyons shares his thoughts on the ISU men's and women's basketball teams, the football teams recent hire and New Year's resolutions.
Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds edged Indiana State in overtime, while Matt Hein shares how the Redbirds rallied together to win.
Former Illinois State standouts Paris Lee and Tony Wills share where their career paths have taken them after ISU.
ISU coach Kristen Gillespie shares her thoughts after the ISU women's basketball team falls to I-74 rival Bradley 62-42.
NCHS coach Dave Witzing shares his emotions after the Normal Community Boy's basketball team defeated Chicago North Lawndale 58-46 to win the large school boys State Farm Holiday Classic Championship.
IWU coach Ron Rose explains how the Titans bounced back after losing to Emory in the Emory Classic on Thursday, while Jason Gregoire shares his thoughts on the win over Birmingham-Southern.
IWU Coach Ron Rose shares his feelings on why the Titans lost in the First-round of the Emory Classic Tournament.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds won their first conference match-up, while Keyshawn Evans gives a closer look into how a Redbird alley-oop happens.
ISU coach Kristen Gillespie explains how excited she was after the final horn sounded as the Redbirds defeated Northeastern in the Beach Classic 65-55.
ISU coach Kristen Gillespie shares her emotion after the Redbirds defeated Long Beach State 59-51.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and freshman Doug Wallen recap the Titans' win at Chicago.
Illinois State University Men's Basketball Coach Dan Muller and student athlete William Tinsley discuss the 71-70 victory over the UIC Flames.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds pulled off an improbable overtime at Ole Miss.
ISU Women's Basketball Coch Kristen Gillespie shares her emotions after the Redbirds fall to Cleveland State 56-47.
ISU coach Dan Muller explains how the overtime win over Ole Miss was a huge win, while Matt Hein shares his emotions of how it felt to beat an SEC team.
NCHS coach Witzig explains how the Ironmen propelled in the second half to get the win.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller discusses how his Redbirds are hitting the books hard for finals this week.
ISU Coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds defeated Eastern Michigan to make their record .500.
IWU basketball coach Ron Rose and junior Colin Bonnett recap the Titans' 68-66 win over NCC.
ISU Coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds lost to Murrary State while Taylor Bruninga explains life as a Redbird in his Freshman year.
ISU Women's Basketball Coach Kristen Gillespie discusses the loss to the Milwaukee Panthers in overtime with a final score of 61-59.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and senior Jaylen Beasley recap the Titan's win at Wheaton.
ISU Women's Basketball Coach Kristen Gillespie talks about the team dynamic before the Redbirds play against Butler.
Dave Witzig visits with WJBC's Larry Duling after the Normal Community Ironmen boys basketball squad lost 63-56 to Champaign Central.
ISU Coach Kristen Gillespie explains how defense runs through the Redbirds blood after defeating SIUE.
ISU Coach Dan Muller reflects on the loss to Nevada, while Jerron Martin shares his emotions on how deep the Nevada team was.
Danny Baker shares his thoughts on a marathon 40 minutes of basketball, while IWU Coach Ron Rose shares his thoughts on going 2-0 in the Memphis tournament.
ISU Women's Basketball Coach Kristen Gillespie explains how the Redbirds took care of business at Redbird Arena after defeating Missouri-Kansas City 64-53.
ISU Coach Muller discusses the loss to Charleston Southern, while Madison Williams describes the scene inside the locker room.
IWU Coach Ron Rose share his feelings after the Titans defeated Millsaps 80-59. Brady Rose explains how it felt to walk through the halls of the St. Jude Hospital in Memphis.
James Ingold explains how the Illinois Wesleyan Titans men's basketball team felt while touring the St. Jude Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.. during the Thanksgiving Basketball tournament.
Bloomington High school Boy's Basketball Coach Michael Mosley shares his thoughts on how the Purple Raiders edged Normal West 53-50 in the Intercity Tournament.
UHigh Boy's Basketball Coach McDowell shares his thoughts after beating the Saints of Central Catholic 63-59.
Coach Gillespie shares her thoughts after the Redbirds lose to George Mason University 56-37.
IWU Football Coach Norm Eash recaps the season after the Titans fall in the first round of the NCAA Division III Football playoffs.
ISU coach Spack and players reflect the season after losing to North Dakota State University 20-7.
IWU coach Rose added that his team has enough fire-power to make it a long way in the season after defeating Alma 94-75.
Zach Knobloch shares his emotions after shattering a school-record 10 3-point field goals.
ISU Coach Dan Muller shares his thoughts on why the Redbirds struggled in a 82-64 loss to Boise State.
Coach Muller shares his thoughts on how the Redbird zone defense helped secure the 69-65 win over South Carolina.
ISU football coach Brock Spack explains his decision to play for overtime in the Redbirds loss so South Dakota State.
ISU Women's basketball coach Gillespie shares her thoughts after winning her first Division I game after the Redbirds defeated Northern Kentucky 49-37.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and sophomore Miles Curry recap the Titans' win over Fontbonne.
Illinois State volleyball coach Leah Johnson previews the Redbirds' final home matches before the MVC Tournament.
Coach Spack explains how the Redbirds fell in overtime, while Malachi Broadnax shares his emotions on taking over the reigns at Quarterback.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash and sophomore receiver Zach Walsh recap the Titans' win over Millikin which earned IWU a CCIW championship.
Coach Muller shares his thoughts after the Redbirds lost to Florida Gulf Coast University 98-87.
Junior Point Guard Keyshawn Evans explains how it felt to get back into the Redbird Uniform on the road.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack previews the Redbirds' game at South Dakota State.
El Paso-Gridley football coach Stephen Rigsby previews the Titans' Class 2A quarterfinal vs. GCMS.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller and post player Phil Fayne review the Redbirds' 79-52 exhibition win over Lewis.
Normal West football coach Darren Hess recaps the Wildcats' playoff loss to Providence Catholic.
Coach Roop explains how the Vikings fell by one point to MCHS in the Windy City of Chicago.
Normal Community Coach Temples explains how proud he is of the Ironmen after NCHS loses to Chicago Mt. Carmel 14-13.
Coach Moews said he was proud of the Saints after the Saints lose to Williamsville 45-14.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack explains what he tells recruits and why he's happy at ISU.
Illinois State University Director of Athletics Larry Lyons discusses a busy month of November ahead and fundraising efforts in light of the University of Illinois' new initiative.
Central Catholic Coach Moews shares his emotions post-game after the Saints edged out BHS 35-31.
Brock Spack and company share their emotions after the huge 35-0 win over Youngstown State University.
Coach Temples explains how the Iornmen of Normal Community defeated Downers Grove North 42-0 in the first week of the IHSA Football Playoffs.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack previews Saturday's game at Youngstown State.
Illinois State volleyball coach Leah Johnson previews this weekend's home matches against Northern Iowa and Drake.
Normal Community football coach Wes Temples previews the Ironmen's playoff opener vs. Downers Grove North.
Normal West football coach Darren Hess previews the Wildcats' playoff matchup against Blue Island-Eisenhower.
Deer Creek Mackinaw football coach Job Linboom previews the Chiefs' playoff game at Westville.
Central Catholic football coach Mike Moews looks ahead to the Saints' playoff matchup vs. Beardstown.
Tri-Valley football coach Josh Roop previews the Vikings' playoff matchup against Bunker Hill.
Illinois State football coach, offensive lineman Chad Kanugh and defensive back Davontae Harris visit with Craig Bertsche after the Redbirds' 37-21 Homecoming win over South Dakota.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash and quarterback Brandon Bauer recap the Titans' win over Carthage.
Purple Raiders coach Walters shares his thoughts on how the Purple Raiders fell to Danville 48-23.
Titanst Coach Rigsby explains how the Titans defeated Eureka 26-21 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
Coach Temples shares his emotion on how the Ironmen defeated Champaign Central 50-13 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
Coach Johnson explains how the Pioneers fell short against Chatam Glenwoods 37-36 in overtime.
Coach Moews eplains on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza how the Saints pulled out the hug win against Tolono Unity.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack previews Saturday's homecoming game vs. South Dakota on Saturday.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack and players Brandon Berry and Spencer Schnell discuss the 42-7 loss at Southern Illinois on the field with Craig Bertsche.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack recaps ISU's first loss and offers gratitude to someone who helped him say goodbye to his mentor.
Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball coach Ron Rose previews the upcoming season as preseason camp begins.
Illinois State volleyball coach Leah Johnson previews this weekend's home game with Bradley, growing men's volleyball and more.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack and player Dalton Keene visit with Craig Bertsche after the Redbirds' 37-16 loss at Northern Arizona.
IWU Head Football Coach Norm Eash explains how the Titans pulled out the 28-10 over Augustana.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack previews Saturday's game at Northern Arizona and reflects on the life of his coach and mentor Joe Tiller.
Member of the 1985 Chicago Bears discusses their Super Bowl season and more in his new book "If These Walls Could Talk."
Illinois State coach Brock Spack and player guests visit on the field at Hancock Stadium after the Redbirds' 24-13 win over Indiana State.
IWU Head Football Coach Norm Eash explains how the Titans drew up the last second play to knock off #4 Wheaton.
It was a 20-point loss for the Purple Raiders in the game of the night versus Normal West.
Tri-Valley rolled to an easy 49-13 win over El Paso-Gridley picking up their fifth victory this season.
U-High picked up their third win of the season as coach Johnson was pleased with the 38-20 win over Jacksonville.
The Saints rolled to a 55-7 victory over St. Thomas More, as coach Moews gave his thoughts after the game.
Redbird coach Dan Muller visits with WJBC's Scott Laughlin about the unfolding college basketball recruiting scandal.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack previews this weekend's matchup with Indiana State.
IWU Head Coach Norm Eash and linebacker Josh Akin explain how the Titans shutout North Park in the 18-0 win.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack and players Adam Conley and Spencer Schnell visit with Craig Bertsche on the field after the Redbirds' 34-9 win at Missouri State.
Tri-Valley Head Football Coach Josh Roop explains how Tri-Valley blanked Heyworth 52-0 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
Central Catholic Head Football Coach Mike Moews explains how the Saints fell to the Sages of Monticello.
U-High Coach John Johnson explains how the Pioneers fell to Decatur MacArthur on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
During the Friday Night Extravaganza, Bloomington put up 54 points, but ultimately was not enough as Peoria High defeated Bloomington 94-54.
Normal West Head Football Coach Darren Hess explains ow the wildcats turned on the jets to defeat Danville 76-35.
NCHS Coach Wes Temples explains how the Ironmen defeated Peoria Richwoods 56-27 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
Illinois State volleyball coach Leah Johnson previews the Redbirds' opening weekend in Missouri Valley Conference play.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash recaps the Titans 26-13 loss to North Central.
ISU LB Tyree Horton chats with the WJBC crew post-game after finishing with 11 tackles and two sacks.
ISU Quarterback Jake Kolbe and ISU Head Coach Brock Spack join the WJBC crew after defeating Eastern Illinois 44-13.
Bloomington pulled out a late come from behind win 22-16 over Kankakee, coach Joe Walters talked about the thrilling victory.
It was a tough loss for Darren hess and his Normal West squad in the Chili Bowl against Normal Community.
Normal Community picked up a 50-16 win in the Chili Bowl over Normal West. Coach Wes Temples shared his view of the game.
Coach John Johnson gave his thoughts after his teams 43-7 loss to Rochester on the WJBC High School Extravaganza.
It was a 49-8 win for Tri-Valley over Ridgeview-Lexington and coach Josh Roop gave us his thoughts on the game.
Central Catholic football coach Michael Moews talked about his teams 49-12 victory over Olympia.
IWU Running Back Morgan Alexander and Head Coach Norm Eash explain how the Titans topped Nebraska Wesleyan 42-21 at Tucci Stadium.
IWU Football Defensive Coordinator Jeff McDonald joins Eric and Joel to talk about how it felt defeating UW-Whitewater.
U-High Coach Johnson shares how Sacred Heart-Griffin 41-7 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
NCHS Coach Temples shares how his team pulled out the 48-22 win over Peoria Notre Dam 48-22.
Bloomington Coach Mike Moews (MAYS) explains how the Purple Raiders defeated Champaign Central 56-35 on the WJBC Friday Night Extravaganza.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack discusses the bye week and a proposal to relax the NCAA's transfer rules.
Illinois State Athletics Director Larry Lyons discusses scheduling, Dan Muller's extension, Arch Madness and more.
Illinois Wesleyan's Associate Athletics Director Tony Bankston previews the fall sports season.
Illinois State football coach Brock Spack, defensive end James Graham and quarterback Jake Kolbe visit with Craig Bertsche after the season-opening 45-0 win over Butler.
IWU Wide Receiver Jack Healy and IWU Coach Norm Eash explain how the Titans defeated #3 UW-Whitewater 17-10 at Tucci Stadium.
IWU Cross Country Coach Greg Huffaker joins Eric and Joel at Halftime of the IWU-UW Whitewater game to talk about the progress of the team.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash previews the Titans' season opener vs. Wisconsin-Whitewater.
NCHS football coach Wes Temples reviews the Ironmen's 43-8 season-opening win at Urbana with Ian Hunter.
University High Coach John Johnson explains how Pioneers struggled in Week 1 against Springfield.
Central Catholic's Head Coach Mike Moews explains how the Saints defeated Pontiac 14-7 in a barn burner game on the WJBC Extravaganza.
Bloomington head football coach Joe Walters after BHS defeated Peoria Manual 60-6 on the WJBC Extravaganza.
Coach Bovee explains how many miles it takes to be a Redbird Track and Cross Country runner in the annual Hog Roast at Hancock Stadium.
Coach Johnson explains how the Redbirds are doing inside Redbird Arena with her first year at the helm.
Coach Cameron discusses the incoming recruiting class that is on its way of taking the reigns at the pool.
Brock Spack talks about the upcoming match-up with Butler in the Football preview at Hancock Stadium.
Brad Silvey explains how being picked first in the MVC pre-season poll is as a first year coach.
Illinois State Director of Athletics Larry Lyons and football coach Brock Spack discusses ISU's new broadcast agreement with WJBC with Redbird Sports Properties.
New Illinois State volleyball coach Leah Johnson reflects on her experience and goals for the program.
Normal West and Indiana State All-American Josh Appel discusses his NFL hopes and his recent participation in the New York Giants rookie camp.
Former Illinois State volleyball coach Melissa Myers explains her decision to resign after nine seasons at ISU and what he future holds.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash discusses the Titans' exhibition win in Japan and the team's sightseeing experiences.
Former Illinois State baseball standout Paul DeJong discusses his big league debut with the Cardinals and more with WJBC's Marc Strauss.
ISU Athletics Director Larry Lyons discusses the Missouri Valley Conference's invitation to Valparaiso and possible further expansion.
Illinois State offensive lineman Cameron Lee discusses his signing with the New Orleans Saints.
New Illinois State women's basketball coach Kristen Gillespie and ISU Athletics Director Larry Lyons join Scott and Patti.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller reflects on the 2016-17 season and the Redbirds' loss in the second round of the NIT.
Illinois Wesleyan Associate Athletics Director Tony Bankston offers a Titan spring sports preview.
Dist. 87 Supt. Barry Reilly joined Bloomington H.S. Athletic Director Tony Bauman, basketball coach Micheal Mosley and players Patrick Fisher, Dazon Farris and Jeremich Beasley to discuss the team's third-place finish at state.
Redbird senior Paris Lee reviews a season-ending 63-62 loss to UCF in the NIT second round.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller reviews a season-ending 63-62 loss to Central Florida in the second round of the NIT.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller previews the Redbirds' NIT game vs. Central Florida tonight.
Bloomington High School boys basketball coach Micheal Mosley reflects on his team's record-setting season which ended with a third place finish at state.
Bloomington High Coach Mosley explained how adjustments in the second half helped the Purple Raiders secure Third Place in the Class 3A game over Springfield Lanfier.
Bloomington basketball coach Micheal Mosley recaps the Purple Raiders' loss to Oak Park Fenwick.
ISU coach Dan Muller reviews an 85-71 win over UC-Irvine in the first round of the NIT.
Deontae Hawkins visits with WJBC's Dick Luedke and Mike Matthews after going 6-for-6 from three-point range in Illinois State's first-round NIT win over UC-Irvine, 85-71.
Bloomington boys basketball coach Michael Mosley recaps the Purple Raiders' Super-Sectional win over Marengo.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller discusses the Redbirds' NCAA snub and No. 1 seed in the NIT.
Illinois State women's basketball coach Barr Smith recaps the Redbirds' loss to Drake in the MVC Tournament.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the MVC Tournament and discusses the Redbirds' NCAA Tournament hopes.
ISU Coach Dan Muller explains how the Redbirds felt inside the locker room after the loss to Wichita State in the Missouri Valley Championship game.
ISU Associate Head Coach Yaklich explains the emotion inside the Redbirds locker room after the Birds fell to Wichita State in the MVC Championship game.
ISU Sophmore Foward Phil Fayne says that he's excited to play in the Missouri Valley Championship game after the Redbirds shook the Salukis 63-50 in the MVC Semifinal.
ISU Coach Muller explains what the game plan is for the Missouri Valley Conference Championship after the Redbirds shook the Salukis 63-50.
ISU Associate Head Coach Yaklich explains the emotions inside the locker room after the Redbirds slid past the Salukis 63-50.
Skipp Schaefbauer,, a member of the 1998 MVC champion ISU men's basketball team, shares his thoughts on this year's Arch Madness.
Melissa Muller, wife of ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller, joins the WJBC crew at Arch Madness.
Hall of Fame former ISU coach Jill Hutchison shares her thoughts on Charlotte Lewis' induction into the MVC Hall of Fame this weekend.
Illinois State University President Larry Dietz shares his thoughts on the MVC champion men's basketball team ahead of Arch Madness.
WJBC's Voice of the Redbirds Dick Luedke, previews the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament with Scott and Patti.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller shares his thoughts on the Redbirds' first MVC title since 1998.
Central Catholic girls basketball coach Debbie Coffman recaps the Saints' loss to Byron in the Class 2A championship game.
Saints Sophomore Lauren Shanks reflects on the Saints season and what it feels like to have a second place Class 2A medal under her belt.
ISU senior guard Paris Lee talks about the team's win over UNI, clinching share of MVC title.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller discusses his teams win over UNI to claim share of MVC championship.
Illinois State senior guard Tony Wills recaps his senior night performance in the Redbirds' win over SIU.
ISU Coach Dan Muller explains how his 100th win as ISU's Head Coach feels and what the Seniors meant to him during their four years.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller previews Senior Night as the Redbirds seek a perfect home record for the 2016-17 season.
Fayne explains the feeling of what it would be like to have a share of the MVC Championship and the hopes of going to the Big Dance.
ISU Assistant Coach Hayden explains what the seniors meant to the Redbird basketball team for four years.
Saints Coach Coffman explains how it felt on the court after the Saints shook the Sages of Monticello in the Class 2A Sectional Final.
ISU Junior MiKyle McIntosh talks about rehabbing his knee and how he came back in the win against Missouri State University.
ISU Coach Dan Muller explains the health of MiKyle McIntosh and how the Birds stole the one point victory against Missouri State.
ISU Coach Dan Muller explains the health of the team as the Birds are set to battle another conference foe.
ISU basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the win over Bradley and explains the team's defensive focus.
Illinois State University Women's Basketball coach Barb Smith explains how the Redbirds struggled in Iowa.
Ndiaye explains how he has improved over the past season and is looking forward to showing Redbird Nation what he can do on the court.
ISU Coach Dan Muller said that the Birds prevailed on defense after the win against conference rival Bradley.
IWU basketball coach Ron Rose and senior Brady Rose recap the Titans' win over Carthage.
ISU football coach Brock Spack discusses his latest recruiting class and the shares his thoughts on Super Bowl LI.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the loss to Wichita State and looks ahead to Tuesday's game at Drake.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and senior Trevor Seibring recap the Titans' win over Carroll.
Wills describes how it felt on the court after the blow out loss to the Shockers of Whitchta State.
Illinois Wesleyan men's basketball coach Ron Rose previews this weekend's events at Shirk Center, including the "Pink Zone" game and return of the 1997 National Champions.
Illinois State women's basketball coach Barb Smith and Deputy Director of Athletics Leanna Bordner previews ISU's Play 4Kay Game on Friday.
Fayne discusses how the Birds are on top of the MVC and how they are going to take momentum to face the Shockers of Wichita State.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose and senior Austin Amann recap the Titans' win at Millikin.
Illinois State Athletics Director Larry Lyons previews National Signing Day, the MVC men's basketball tournament and the 2017 football schedule.
Illinois State men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' win over Evansville and looks ahead to Northern Iowa on Wednesday.
ISU senior forward Deontae Hawkins explains how the Birds are focusing on the details in order to secure their 10-0 in the MVC record.
Dan Muller explains the feeling of being 10-0 in the MVC for the first time in school history.
NCHS Boy's Coach Dave Witzig explains how the Ironmen defeated the Railsplitters of Lincoln Community High School.
ISU Point Guard Paris Lee describes how he had to step up in the second half to help the Birds defeat Indiana State.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the win over Drake and looks ahead to Wednesday's game against Indiana State.
DJ Clayton scored a career high 15 points as the Birds defeated Drake at Redbird Arena on Doug Collins Court.
DJ Clayton scored a career high 15 points as the Birds defeated Drake at Redbird Arena.
DJ Clayton scored a career high 15 points as the Birds defeated Drake at Redbird Arena.
Lexington native and NFL quarterback Alex Tanney discusses his future with the Tennessee Titans and his upcoming passing academy in Bloomington.
WGN-TV Sports Director Dan Roan previews tonight's event honoring ISU legend Doug Collins in Bloomington.
Fayne explains how the team molded together during the Hawaii trip to make it 7-0 in the MVC.
Dan Muller explains how fun it is to coach the Birds after Redbird hoops defeated Bradley.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' win over Wichita State and previews the game vs. Bradley on Wednesday.
Dan Muller explains what it feels like to be in first place of the Missouri Valley Confrence
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and freshman Miles Curry recap the Titans' win over Carthage.
Dan Muller explains how the Birds topped SIU and how his team is ready for the battle against WSU
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the win over Indiana State and looks ahead to Southern Illinois.
MiKyle McIntosh talks about how he tallied in a career high 31 points and helped the Birds secure the win.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and senior Andy Stempel recap the Titans' win over Millikin.
Illinois State athletics director Larry Lyons discusses the basketball team's recent Hawaii trip and Doug Collins' upcoming Hall of Fame induction visit back to his alma mater.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' win over Loyola and looks ahead to Missouri State.
Barb Smith explains how the Birds came through to get the first conference win against the Braves of Bradley.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and junior Jaylen Beasley recap the Titans' win over Chicago.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the win over UT-Martin and looks ahead to finals week.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller looks back at the win over New Mexico and previews Wednesday's game at Tulsa.
ISU women's basketball coach Barb Smith previews this weekend's game against Eastern Illinois and Wisconsin.
Illinois Wesleyan coach Ron Rose and junior Brady Rose recap the Titans' win over Ohio Wesleyan.
DeeMack football coach Job Linboom talks with WJBC's Adam Studzinski about his team's 2A State Championship.
Illinois Wesleyan senior guard Austin Amann and coach Ron Rose recap the Titans' win over MacMurray,
WJBC football analyst Ted Schmitz previews the Redbirds' FCS First Round playoff matchup at Central Arkansas.
ISU football coach Brock Spack discusses the Redbirds' playoff prospects ahead of the FCS playoff announcement on Sunday.
Illinois Wesleyan basketball coach Ron Rose previews the Titans' season opener vs. Dominican tonight.
ISU men's basketball coach Dan Muller looks back at the season-opening loss to Murray State and previews the home opener.
Brock Spack, Brent Spack and Mark Spelman reflect after their 37-0 win over Missouri State University.
STATS FCS Senior Editor Craig Haley talks with WJBC's Adam Studzinski about the Redbird football team's playoff chances and discusses the overall FCS playoff picture.
MiKyle McIntosh explains how the birds are going to move foward after the tough loss to Murray State.
Dan Muller reflects after his team loses a tough one to Murray State on a final three point shot 73-70.
ISU basketball coach Dan Muller recaps the Redbirds' exhibition win over Quincy and looks ahead to the season opener.
Dee-Mack football coach Job Linboom recaps the Chiefs' record-setting playoff win over Chicago Hope Academy.
LeRoy football coach B.J. Zeleznik recaps the Panthers ' playoff loss to Freeport Aquin,
Illinois Radio Network Sports Director Jason Gosh recaps the Cubs' World Series championship win.
ISU football coach and Cubs fan Brock Spack shares his thoughts on the Cubs' World Series title.
Illinois State basketball coach Dan Muller discusses the arrests of three players in the last week.
Normal Community football coach Wes Temples recaps NCHS' playoff win over Belleville West.
Central Catholic football coach Mike Moews recaps the Saints' playoff loss to Elmwood-Brimfield.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash and junior receiver Brian Johnson recap the Titans' win over Elmhurst.
ISU football coach Brock Spack previews the game vs. South Dakota and discusses the Purdue coaching vacancy.
U-High golf coach Darrin York looks back at the program's 10th state title, which the team captured at the Weibring Golf Club last weekend.
STATS FCS Senior Editor Craig Haley spoke with WJBC's Adam Studzinski about the FCS and Illinois State football.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash offers thoughts after his team's 62-10 win over Carroll.
ISU football coach Brock Spack previews the SIU game and discusses ex-Redbird Cameron Meredith's early success with the Chicago Bears.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash and defensive back Trevor Staley recap the Titans' 42-6 win over Augustana.
ISU football coach Brock Spack previews the game vs. Youngstown State and discusses a study on student-athletes eating and sleeping habits.
ISU Athletics Director Larry Lyons discusses Homecoming Week including this year's Redbird Percy Family Athletics Hall of Fame class.
Pediatric intensive care physician and Illinois Wesleyan alum Bob Spear discusses his work with the San Diego Chargers, his medical work with Dr. Ben Carson and his basketball playing days with Jack Sikma at IWU.
ISU football coach Brock Spack previews the game vs. No. 1 North Dakota State and introduces his new four-legged friend.
Illinois Wesleyan football coach Norm Eash recaps the Titans' 45-10 win over North Park.
ISU football coach Brock Spack discusses the loss t Eastern Illinois and his decision to close practice to the public this week.
ISU football coach Brock Spack recaps the Redbirds' win over Northwestern and preview the game vs. Eastern Illinois.