TCR Daily Brief: Sunday, Oct. 18

CINCINNATI, OHIO – OCTOBER 17: Andrej Stojaković #2 of the Illinois Fighting Illini dribbles the ball while being guarded by Tylen Riley #10 of the Cincinnati Bearcats in the first half during an exhibition game at Fifth Third Arena on October 17, 2026 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Happy Sunday, Illini fans! Here’s what you need to know today.

🏀 Men’s Basketball

Illinois opened its exhibition schedule with a 105-96 victory over Cincinnati on Saturday. Six Illini scored in double figures, led by Andrej Stojakovic’s 24 points. Stefan Vaaks added 19 points, while Quentin Coleman contributed 14 points, eight assists and seven rebounds.

Illinois shot 52.9% from the field and made 14 3-pointers. The Illini return to State Farm Center on Friday to face Baylor in their second exhibition game. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. CT on B1G+.

🏊 Swimming and Diving

Illinois defeated Iowa State 195-98 on Saturday, continuing its strong start to the season.

⚽ Soccer

Illinois travels to Nebraska on Sunday for a 1 p.m. CT matchup. The Illini will look to pick up a road win as the regular season continues.

🏐 Volleyball

Illinois hosts Michigan on Sunday at Huff Hall, with first serve scheduled for 1 p.m. CT. The Illini are coming off a 3-1 victory over No. 22 Michigan State on Thursday and will look to carry that momentum into another Big Ten matchup.

📅 Upcoming

Sunday, Oct. 18: Soccer at Nebraska, 1 p.m. CTSunday, Oct. 18: Volleyball vs. Michigan, 1 p.m. CTFriday, Oct. 23: Men’s basketball vs. Baylor, 7 p.m. CT


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