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SIU infielder/outfielder Jenny Jansen poses for a photo on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at SIU. Jansen has proven to be a constant bat for the SIU softball team. Jansen was a key piece to the win this year over #22 Mississippi State on Feb. 21, where she produced three hits, including a homerun, with 3 RBIs.

Q and A with Saluki softball star Jenny Jansen as she adds a new chapter in the history books at SIU

April 30, 2022

SIU Baseball takes two out of three against Dallas Baptist University

April 30, 2022

Saluki Softball Ends in Tie with Racers

April 30, 2022
The Salukis Baseball team huddles after the Salukis 9-1 win over Western Illinois to help extend their undefeated season to eight wins on Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

8th Inning rally helps SIU stun SEMO in extra innings

April 27, 2022

Southern Illinois Pharaohs bringing a new brand of basketball to Carbondale

April 26, 2022
The Salukis Baseball team huddles after the Salukis 9-1 win over Western Illinois to help extend their undefeated season to eight wins on Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU Baseball takes two out of three against Dallas Baptist University

April 25, 2022
The softball team high fives each other after a huddle on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU Softball drops three-game set against Bradley

April 21, 2022

Saluki Softball Ends in Tie with Racers

April 21, 2022
The SIU Salukis softball team gives each other high fives before the game against Drake University on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at SIU.

SIU Softball drops three-game set against Bradley

April 17, 2022
The softball team high fives each other after a huddle on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Offensive explosion helps SIU Softball complete 3-game sweep of Valparaiso

April 12, 2022

Saluki Baseball run-rules UT Martin in 7 innings, 14-2

April 11, 2022
SIU football players practice April 2, 2022 at DuQuoin High School in DuQuoin, Ill.

Football team begins 2022 season preparation with spring practices

April 7, 2022

Track and Field Men’s, Women’s teams both finish in second place at Joey Haines Invite

April 4, 2022
University of California-Irvine players congratulate catcher Matt Reitano (20) after diving into home Friday, March 23, 2018, during the University of California-Irvine Anteaters 6-2 victory against the Southern Illinois Salukis at Itchy Jones Stadium. (Brian Munoz | @BrianMMunoz)

Saluki Baseball run-rules UT Martin in 7 innings, 14-2

March 30, 2022
The Salukis Baseball team huddles after the Salukis 9-1 win over Western Illinois to help extend their undefeated season to eight wins on Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU Baseball takes two out of three in against U of I in weekend series

March 21, 2022
The SIU womens basketball team raises their hands in a pump up before the game against Illinois State on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in the Banterra Center at SIU. The Salukis went on to win 43-41 to the Redbirds.

Women’s Basketball Cinderella Season ends in WNIT Round 1 vs Purdue

March 16, 2022
SIU softball gathers for an between inning talk from head coach Kerri Blaylock during the first game of the doubleheader vs. Three River Community College. The Salukis would win both games on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021 at the Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale, Illinois.

SIU Softball takes two out of three hosting the Saluki Invitational

March 15, 2022
The SIU womens basketball team raises their hands in a pump up before the game against Illinois State on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in the Banterra Center at SIU. The Salukis went on to win 43-41 to the Redbirds.

Women’s Basketball open Hoops in the Heartland Tournament with Start-to-Finish win vs Indiana State

March 11, 2022
The Salukis Baseball team huddles after the Salukis 9-1 win over Western Illinois to help extend their undefeated season to eight wins on Tuesday, Mar. 2, 2021 at Itchy Jones Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Baseball throws first combined no-hitter in program history while blanking Austin Peay 10-0

March 3, 2022
Members of the SIU Men’s Baseball team cheer on their teammates from the dugout Sunday, March 14, 2021, in Carbondale, Ill.

Baseball Sweeps homestand with offensive explosion vs Western Illinois; wins 14-5

March 1, 2022
Southern Illinois freshman infielder Grey Epps makes contact with the ball, Saturday, April 7, 2018, during the Valparaiso University Crusaders 6-2 victory against the Southern Illinois Salukis at Itchy Jones Stadium. (Corrin Hunt | @CorrinIHunt)

Saluki Baseball changes Home Opener to Tomorrow against Austin Peay, game will be free to attend

February 21, 2022

Q & A with Saluki basketball great Chris Carr during Black History Month

February 21, 2022
The SIU womens basketball team raises their hands in a pump up before the game against Illinois State on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in the Banterra Center at SIU. The Salukis went on to win 43-41 to the Redbirds.

Women’s Basketball clobbers Illinois State for season sweep

February 20, 2022
The SIU women’s basketball team participates in a pre-game team breakdown on the court before the game against the Illinois State Redbirds Jan. 20, 2022 at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Women’s basketball overwhelms Bradley for fourth straight win 74-46 as Salukis take sole conference lead

February 18, 2022

Saluki Men’s, Women’s Track and Field host Don DeNoon Invite

February 10, 2022
SIU guard, Dalton Banks, goes for a layup during the game against Indiana State Jan. 19, 2022 at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Men’s Basketball Second half comeback falls short against Northern Iowa

February 10, 2022
SIU basketball player, Quierra Love, looks for an opening during the game against the Illinois State Redbirds Jan. 20, 2022 at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Women’s Hoops gets back on track vs Indiana State

February 10, 2022
SIU basketball player, Quierra Love, looks for an opening during the game against the Illinois State Redbirds Jan. 20, 2022 at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Covid delays and cancellations continue for men’s and women’s basketball teams

February 9, 2022
A diver practices his technique before his event Jan. 22, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Men’s, Women’s Swim and Dive handles Eastern Illinois in Senior night meet

February 8, 2022
SIU graduate student, Makenzie Silvey, dribbles down the court Jan. 20, 2022 at the Banterra Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Silvey sets new SIU Women’s Basketball all-time scoring record

February 6, 2022
Jhordin Galmore runs in the 400-meter relay race on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at the SIU Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Men’s, Women’s Track and Field host Don DeNoon Invite

February 6, 2022
Saluki Men’s, Women’s Swim and Dive handles Eastern Illinois in Senior night meet

Saluki Men’s, Women’s Swim and Dive handles Eastern Illinois in Senior night meet

January 29, 2022
Steven Verplancken Jr. (22) dribbles past the opponents to setup a way to score during the SIU vs Northern Iowa basketball game Jan. 31, 2021, at the SIU Bantera Center in Carbondale, Ill. Subash Kharel | @pics.leaks

Saluki Men’s Basketball hang on late to win vs Valparaiso 63-60

January 9, 2022
Steven Verplancken Jr. (22) dribbles past the opponents to setup a way to score during the SIU vs Northern Iowa basketball game Jan. 31, 2021, at the SIU Bantera Center in Carbondale, Ill. Subash Kharel | @pics.leaks

Men’s Basketball Drops Road Game vs San Francisco 64-52

December 22, 2021
Dalton Banks(3) jumps with the ball in front of Chinedu Kingsley Okanu (11) during the SIU vs Northern Iowa basketball game. Jan. 31, 2021, at the SIU Bantera Center in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Men’s Basketball Dominate in 75-55 Win vs Maryville

December 18, 2021
Steven Verplancken Jr. (22) dribbles past the opponents to setup a way to score during the SIU vs Northern Iowa basketball game Jan. 31, 2021, at the SIU Bantera Center in Carbondale, Ill. Subash Kharel | @pics.leaks

Men’s Basketball Scores Most Points of the Season; Wins vs SEMO 80-55

December 15, 2021
Southern Illinois University Saluki number three guard, Ronnie Suggs passes ball to fellow Saluki number five guard, Lance Jones, during the basketball game against the Evansville Purple Aces in the SIU Banterra Center. The game ended 53 to 70 with SIU taking the win on Thursday night, February 20, 2020.

Men’s Basketball earns Third win in a row vs Southern Miss 66-41

December 5, 2021
SIU forward, Marcus Domask, reacts after draining a three-point shot during SIUs 73-55 win over Austin Peay during the Charles Helleny Tip-Off Classic on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021 at the Banterra Center at SIU.

SIU Men’s Basketball hangs on with Buzzer Beater to defeat Evansville in first MVC Game of the Season 54-52

December 1, 2021
Rachel Pudlowski and the rest of the Salukis bench gets fired up during the game vs. the Redbirds. The Salukis would go on lose 62-54 to Illinois State on Friday, Jan. 31, 2020 in the Banterra Center.

SIU Women’s Basketball Gets First Win of the Season vs SEMO 78-61

November 30, 2021
SIU guard, Lance Jones, drives the ball while being defended by Austin Peays Carlos Paez during SIUs 73-55 win over Austin Peay during the Charles Helleny Tip-Off Classic on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021 at the Banterra Center at SIU.

Last Minute Heroics help Dawgs win vs Alcorn State

November 27, 2021
SIU quarterback, Nic Baker, runs the ball and makes a dive towards the end zone, but would be short during SIUs 18-35 loss vs. Youngstown State during Senior Day Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at Saluki Stadium at SIU.

Saluki football drops final game of season vs Youngstown State 35-18, await selection sunday for playoff spot

November 20, 2021
Southern Illinois Salukis Junior Forward, Gabby Walker, goes for a basket while Missouri State Bears Junior center, Emily Gartner, blocks during the Friday evening Womans Basketball game ending the game with Salukis taking the win 70 to 64 at the Bantera Arena on January 17, 2020.

Saluki women’s basketball loses road matchup vs Kansas City

November 15, 2021
Junior Chris Cole competes Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017, during the SIU Swimming and Diving invitational at the Dr. Edward Shea Natatorium. (Brian Mun–oz | @BrianMMunoz)

SIU Swim and Dive triumphs in Home A3 Invitational

November 14, 2021
SIU wide receiver Hunter Milligan, middle, runs onto the field with the SIU football team during the Homecoming game on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021 at Salukis Stadium at SIU.

Trees vs Dawgs: SIU Football looks to get back on track after back-to-back losses

November 12, 2021

SIU football team transfers make a name for themselves

November 11, 2021
The SIU womens basketball team raises their hands in a pump up before the game against Illinois State on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, in the Banterra Center at SIU. The Salukis went on to win 43-41 to the Redbirds.

4th Quarter Woes keep Saluki Women’s Basketball from upsetting #15 Tennessee in Season Opener

November 10, 2021
SIU quarterback, Stone Labanowitz (6), warms up before the game against South Dakota State on Sunday, May, 2, 2021 in Brookings, S.D. SIU went on to lose 26-31 against the Jackrabbits.

From the Gridiron to Behind the Scenes, SIU’s Stone Labanowitz continues his successes through sports media

November 1, 2021
SIU senior defensive specialist, Katy Kluge, goes down low for the save vs. EIU. SIU would later on drop their early 2-0 lead and fall to EIU 3-2 on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 during the Saluki Invitational at the Banterra Center at SIU.

Saluki Volleyball swept in Saturday match vs Braves

October 30, 2021
Saluki freshman Madison Bennion pushes the ball forward on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 during their 0-6 loss against the Lipscomb Bisons at the Lew Hartzog Track & Field Complex.

Saluki Soccer falls to Indiana State 3-1 in Season Finale

October 28, 2021
SIU guard, Dalton Banks, drives into a Reddies defender during the Salukis 66-52 win during an exhibition game against Henderson State on Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021 at the Banterra Center at SIU.

SIU Men’s Basketball defeats Henderson State in Exhibition Game

October 26, 2021
Saluki freshman Madison Meiring defends the ball on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 during the Salukis 0-2 loss against SIUE Cougars at the Lew Hartzog Track & Field Complex.

Women’s Soccer lose final road game of season against UNI, 3-1

October 23, 2021
Rent One Park sits empty Oct. 17, 2021 in Marion, Ill. On Wednesday October 6, 2021, the owners of the Southern Illinois Miners, Jayne and John Simmons announced their retirement from professional baseball.

Southern Illinois Miners disbanded as owners announce retirement

October 20, 2021
Kathryn Creedon (17), defender for Salukis Women Soccer Team, kicks the ball in the game against Illinois State University on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex in Carbondale, Ill.

Women’s Soccer loses home game vs Loyola Ramblers

October 17, 2021
Alex Washington bumps the ball in order to set up the offense during the drive during the Salukis 3-0 win over the University of South Carolina - Upstate on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 during the Saluki Invitational at the Banterra Center at SIU.

SIU Volleyball loses 11th straight vs Missouri State

October 16, 2021
SIU Alumni and Fraternities get ready for 80’s and 90’s Homecoming Tailgate

SIU Alumni and Fraternities get ready for 80’s and 90’s Homecoming Tailgate

October 15, 2021
Saluki safety, Qua Brown, 24, forces the Jackrabbits quarterback to fumble the ball, while linebackers, Bryce Notree, 54, and Bryson Strong, 31, are in hot pursuit, during Saturday’s game at Saluki Stadium on March 20, 2021. SIU lost to South Dakota State by the score of 44-3.

Comeback Dawgs: Late-game heroics help Salukis knock off #2 ranked South Dakota State in Overtime.

October 9, 2021
Senior, Brittany Scott, swims the womens 100-fly on Friday, March 19, 2021.

SIU Swim and Dive Men’s and Women’s team drop home meet against Mizzou

October 9, 2021
Isaac Jung pitches the ball to a teammate during the match against Washington University on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 at SIU.

Men’s Rugby finding Foundation for the Future of the Program

October 6, 2021
Freshman, Gustav Persson, swims the mens 200-breast stroke on Friday, March 19, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU Women’s Swim wins against Missouri State; Men’s lose

October 3, 2021
Nsia Gittens goes up for the spike vs. EIU. SIU would later on drop their early 2-0 lead and fall to EIU 3-2 on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 during the Saluki Invitational at the Banterra Center at SIU.

Saluki Volleyball loses in 5 sets vs Braves

October 2, 2021
Dennis Galloway, SIU MCMA RTD Senior Lecturer, makes calls and oversees the Saluki Football broadcast Sept. 25, 2021 in the production trailer outside of Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill.

SIU Athletic Department getting rid of student hands-on positions within ESPN production truck

October 1, 2021
Saluki freshman Katy Quinn chases after the ball on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 during the Salukis 0-2 loss against SIUE Cougars at the Lew Hartzog Track & Field Complex.

Saluki Soccer loses its 10th game of the year against Valparaiso.

September 30, 2021
Saluki freshman Madison Bennion pushes the ball forward on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 during their 0-6 loss against the Lipscomb Bisons at the Lew Hartzog Track & Field Complex.

Saluki soccer scores late, loses against Redbirds

September 25, 2021
Nsia Gittens goes up for the spike vs. EIU. SIU would later on drop their early 2-0 lead and fall to EIU 3-2 on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021 during the Saluki Invitational at the Banterra Center at SIU.

Saluki Volleyball loses first conference match against Valparaiso

September 25, 2021
SIUs McKensey Bunch, left, and Paris Walsh, right, high five members of the Bellarmine soccer team after the Salukis game against Bellarmine University, where the Knights won 2-0 against the Salukis on Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021 at Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex at SIU.

Saluki Soccer scores third goal of season, lose against Murray State 3-1

September 19, 2021
Justin Strong runs to the end zone for a 12 yard touchdown Sept. 18, 2021 at Saluki Stadium in Carbondale, Ill. The Salukis defeated the Dayton Flyers 55-3 in Saturdays game.

All Dawgs: Salukis crush Dayton Flyers in home opener 55-3

September 19, 2021
Nataly Garcia dives for the ball Sept. 17, 2021 in Cape Girardeau, Mo. SIU lost to Southeast Missouri State University 0-3.

Salukis lose first two matches of Redhawk Invitational

September 18, 2021
Sophomore golfer Frankie Thomas chips onto the green Tuesday, April 24, 2018, during the final round of the Missouri Valley Conference Championships at the Dalhousie Golf Club in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. (Cameron Hupp | @CHupp04)

SIU Men’s Golf earns ninth place at Wildcat Invitational

September 14, 2021
Blake Clark, of Marion, kicks the ball during the SIU vs. IUPUI game on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, in Carbondale.

Saluki Soccer loses senior day game vs Bellarmine University

September 12, 2021
Get Involved: Sports RSOs happy to return after year of COVID-19 restrictions

Get Involved: Sports RSOs happy to return after year of COVID-19 restrictions

September 12, 2021
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Ian Walters wows with the Miners

September 10, 2021
Saluki freshman Emma Spotak goes after the ball on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 during their 0-6 loss against the Lipscomb Bisons at the Lew Hartzog Track & Field Complex.

SIUC drops battle of Southern Illinois against Edwardsville

September 10, 2021
SIU freshman, Hollie James, chips the ball onto the green at the Battle Between Southern and Bradley March 14, 2021, at Hickory Ridge Golf Course in Carbondale, Ill.

Women’s Golf finishes tenth at Redbird Invitational

September 7, 2021
Freshman setter Anna Jaworski, left, reacts after a scoring play by Tatum Tornatta, right, during SIUs 3-2 comeback win against UT Martin during the Saluki Bash tournament on Friday, Sept. 3, 2021 at the Banterra Center at SIU.

Saluki Volleyball falls just short of taking Saluki Bash championship.

September 5, 2021
SIU womens soccer player, Sam Dodd, poses for a photo. Dodd, a transfer player from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has joined the Saluki team for the 2021-2022 season. “I thought it would be super cool as a chance to create history and build a really good program because its a new team. That stood out the most to me to turn this team into a winning culture,” said Dodd Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021 at Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex at SIU.

New Saluki athletes adapt to life at SIU

September 4, 2021
James Ceasar (2) holds the wheel with his teammates after defeating Southeast Missouri State University 47-21 Sept. 2, 2021 at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Baker’s Big Day: SIU wins War-of-the-Wheel matchup over SEMO 47-21

September 3, 2021
Kathryn Creedon (17), defender for Salukis Women Soccer Team, kicks the ball in the game against Illinois State University on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Soccer fall in home-opener vs Roos, 3-2

August 27, 2021
Grey Dawg walks among canoes on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018, during Light Up the Lake at Campus Lake. (Brian Munoz | @BrianMMunoz)

SIU’s Hall of Fame class of 2021 revealed; Macklin, Viggars, among others included

August 26, 2021
Saluki junior, Qua Brown, pushes the ball back on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, during the Salukis 7-21 loss against the North Dakota State Bison.

Saluki’s Brown named to Buck Buchanan watch list

August 24, 2021
Maya Warrior dribbles around an UNI player during the game vs. UNI on Sunday, March 21, 2021 in Carbondale, Ill.

Saluki Soccer ends match in 0-0 draw against Northern Alabama

August 22, 2021
SIU forward Sekou Dembele heavily guards Cameron Krutwig of Loyola during the Salukis 49-73 loss against Loyola in the Arch Madness tournament on Friday, March 5, 2021 at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO.

SIU Basketball: Dembele and Keller honored with Academic Excellence, Honors Court Awards

August 15, 2021
NCAA court ruling marks monumental change for college sports

NCAA court ruling marks monumental change for college sports

August 11, 2021
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