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Head Coach Bryan Mullins speaks to Saluki Basketball in a media timeout as the Salukis face the Flames of UIC in the first round of Arch Madness March 7, 2024 at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri.

SIU’s potential cinderella run bursts into flames after UIC upset

By Joei Younker and Cole Daily March 8, 2024

Not one traveling Saluki fan was seated in their chair as the buzzer-sounded yet again, signifying a second overtime was about to begin. A distant three-point shot from the arms of guard Trent Brown failed...

SeQuoia Allmond (40) pushes through the Missouri State defense as she moves towards the basket Feb. 3, 2024 at Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois

Bears’ big fourth quarter too much for Salukis

By Lylee Gibbs, Photo Editor February 3, 2024

Saluki women’s basketball (7-13, 2-8) held their own against Missouri State (14-5, 8-2), keeping pace with the Bears only to falter in the final 10 minutes, losing 62-52 at home on Saturday. “I...

Xavier Johnson (10) shoots a three-pointer while Missouri States Nick Kramer (21) contests the shot during their teams Missouri Valley Conference matchup Jan. 31, 2024 at Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois. Johnson shot 5-for-9 from three-point range on Wednesday night.

Missouri State rallies to beat Salukis 76-75 in overtime

By Jamilah Lewis and Brandyn Wilcoxen February 1, 2024

With 20 seconds left in the overtime, Saluki guard Xavier Johnson made a pair of free throws to tie the game at 72. On the next possession, Missouri State’s Donovan Clay hit a game-deciding jumper for...

Saluki Basketball and supporting fans scream in celebration after SIU makes a 20 point comeback in the second half to take the lead with 2.8 seconds left in the game Jan. 27, 2024 at CFSB Center in Murray, Kentucky.

Salukis scream back, overcome 20 point deficit in win against Murray State

By Ryan Grieser, Sports Reporter January 27, 2024

A familiar sight for Saluki fans was on display with 4 seconds left on the clock. Star guard Xavier Johnson had the ball in his hands, and he would not be denied. Johnson, off a hesitation dribble,...

Kayleb Wagner (25) looks back for the throw as he runs through running back drills as the Salukis prepare in an afternoon practice to take on FBS school Northern Illinois later in the week Sept. 6, 2023 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Illinois.

The story of Kayleb Wagner

By Lylee Gibbs, Photo Editor January 25, 2024

Saluki football recruited more than 30 freshmen in the 2023 class, but one faces unique challenges. Kayleb Wagner, a state record-setting running back in high school, was born without a left forearm or...

Xavier Johnson (10) battles for the ball on the floor with Darius Hannah (35) of Bradley Jan. 17, 2024 at Banterra Center in Carbondale, Illinois.

Salukis blow 23 point lead, fall to Bradley 70-69

By Ryan Grieser, Sports Reporter January 18, 2024

  With three seconds on the clock, Xavier Johnson’s last second jumper fell just short of the rim, and the Salukis fell just short of a win in a 70-69 loss to Bradley University.   Though...

The sun peeks through the damaged corner of a house on Crisp Court after a tornado swept through the neighborhood the previous day Dec. 10, 2023 in Clarksville, Tennessee.

“I can’t say enough about them:” Clarksville tornado brings community members together for disaster relief

By Brandyn Wilcoxen, Dominique Martinez-Powell, and Lylee Gibbs December 12, 2023

After an EF3 tornado tore through Clarksville, Tennessee, on Saturday, Dec. 9, killing three people and injuring dozens more, its residents were left to pick up the pieces. “Once I opened...

Light up this holiday season with activities in southern Illinois

Light up this holiday season with activities in southern Illinois

By Joei Younker, Staff Reporter December 6, 2023

Southern Illinois has many different opportunities to get in the holiday spirit. On Saturday, Carbondale hosted its 32nd annual Lights Fantastic Parade. The parade was kicked off with the lighting of...

A turtle bathes in the sun on a log on a warm fall day Nov. 15, 2023 at the Campus Lake at SIU in Carbondale, Illinois.

Wildlife Society helps campus turtles with ongoing project

By Annalise Schmidt November 29, 2023

Turtles are a fan-favorite attraction at SIU and can be spotted all over Campus Lake, swimming and basking in the sun. However, with the regular presence of people along the bank, these turtles are...

Bill’s Story: Saluki football alum who lost legs hopes to walk at next Homecoming

Bill’s Story: Saluki football alum who lost legs hopes to walk at next Homecoming

By Howard Woodard, Sports Reporter November 29, 2023

On Nov. 21, Bill Story turned 72 years old. He played football for the Salukis from 1970-74 and later played professionally for the Kansas City Chiefs. He is also a diabetic, and both of his legs are amputated...

The Winfred Hans Dancers prepare to bow after a performance during practice at Shryock Auditorium in Carbondale, IL. Nov.17th, 2023

Alum Winifred Haun returns to SIU with esteemed dance company

By Carly Gist, Staff Reporter November 29, 2023

Winifred Haun is a renowned choreographer, dancer, instructor and artistic director. But before she was an award-winning artist, she was a Saluki. “I have been interested in making dances since I...

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