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Saluki softball’s season ends with NCAA tournament elimination

May 20, 2017
Salukis react as junior utility Savannah Fisher fouls off a pitch Wednesday, March 29, 2017, during the Salukis 4-0 loss to SIUE at Charlotte West Stadium. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

Saluki softball drops opening game of NCAA tournament

May 20, 2017
Salukis react as junior utility Savannah Fisher fouls off a pitch Wednesday, March 29, 2017, during the Salukis 4-0 loss to SIUE at Charlotte West Stadium. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

Saluki softball placed in Oxford regional for NCAA tournament

May 14, 2017
Senior first baseman Shaye Harre reaches to high-five assistant coach Jen Sewell after her three-run home run in the sixth inning of the second game of SIUs doubleheader with Wichita State on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale. The Salukis won the game 5-4. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

SIU softball wins first MVC title since 1991; Harre named tournament MVP

May 13, 2017
Junior catcher/infielder Sydney Jones is greeted at home plate by her teammates after hitting a 2-run homer Sunday, May 7, 2017, during the Salukis’ 3-2 win against Missouri State at Charlotte West Stadium. (William Cooley | @Wcooley1980)

SIU softball wins twice; advances to MVC championship game

May 12, 2017
Michigan States Derrick Nix and Adreian Payne hold Valparaisos Kevin Van Wijk off a first-half rebound during the mens NCAA basketball tournament at The Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Thursday, March 21, 2013. The Michigan State Spartans defeated the Valparaiso Crusaders, 65-54. (Julian H. Gonzalez/Detroit Free Press/MCT)

Missouri Valley extends invitation to Valparaiso to join conference

May 9, 2017
Junior catcher/infielder Sydney Jones is greeted at home plate by her teammates after hitting a 2-run homer Sunday, May 7, 2017, during the Salukis’ 3-2 win against Missouri State at Charlotte West Stadium. (William Cooley | @Wcooley1980)

Saluki softball sends off seniors with Missouri State series sweep

May 7, 2017
Saluki womens tennis players place their hands together Friday, Jan. 27, 2017, at Garden Grove Event Center in Carbondale during their first practice after hearing the news the team would be cut after this semester. Director of tennis Audra Anderson said the upperclassmen and maturity of the team help make the difference during this time. “It fires me up even more to have the best season, Anderson said. If anything it will help us because you don’t have anybody sitting back and saying ‘well there’s next year.’” (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

SIU men’s, women’s tennis finish final matches as conference runners-up

May 3, 2017
Saluki senior inside linebacker Chase Allen tackles Jackrabbit junior tight end Dallas Goedert during the first half of the SIUs 45-39 loss to South Dakota State on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016, at Saluki Stadium. (Jacob Wiegand | @JacobWiegand_DE)

Former SIU linebackers sign with Miami Dolphins, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

April 29, 2017
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Rain cancels softball games; finalizes Friday contest

April 29, 2017
Senior first baseman Shaye Harre reaches to high-five assistant coach Jen Sewell after her three-run home run in the sixth inning of the second game of SIUs doubleheader with Wichita State on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale. The Salukis won the game 5-4. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Saluki softball loses first game, carries big lead in second of rain-postponed doubleheader

April 28, 2017
Junior third baseman Sydney Jones (left) and junior shortstop Savannah Fisher joke around before an inning during the second game of SIUs doubleheader with Wichita State on Sunday, April 23, 2017 at Charlotte West Stadium in Carbondale. The Salukis won the game 5-4. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Saluki softball uses long ball to sweep Wichita State

April 23, 2017
Senior first basewoman Shaye Harre directs another player during a play Friday, March 3, 2017, during SIUs 1-7 loss to the University of Kentucky at Charlotte West Stadium. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

SIU softball splits midweek doubleheader with Evansville

April 19, 2017
Wichita State coach Gregg Marshall yells to his players on Saturday, January 9 during SIUs loss to the Shockers.

Column: A fan’s field guide to picking the school to replace Wichita State

April 7, 2017
Two Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year candidates, Anthony Beane, left, and Ron Baker stand on the court Saturday during SIUs loss to Wichita State. (Luke Nozicka | @LukeNozicka)

Wichita State set to depart Missouri Valley for American Athletic Conference

April 7, 2017
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Massa wins MVC Newcomer of the Week

April 4, 2017
Senior first basewoman Shaye Harre directs another player during a play Friday, March 3, 2017, during SIUs 1-7 loss to the University of Kentucky at Charlotte West Stadium. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

Harre’s grand slam gives SIU series win over ISU

April 2, 2017
SIU mens tennis graduate assistant coach Jonny Rigby comforts junior Daniel Martinez after the Salukis beat Wichita State 4-1 on Saturday, April 1, 2017, in the last home match in Saluki mens tennis history at University Courts. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

SIU men’s tennis wins ’emotional’ final home match in program history

April 1, 2017
Coach Barry Hinson talks with his players Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017, during the Salukis 72-70 win over Loyola at SIU Arena. (Luke Nozicka | @lukenozicka)

Texas junior college product commits to SIU basketball

April 1, 2017
McDonald’s remains closed Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, in the SIU Student Center. (Branda Mitchell | @branda_mitchell)

Steak ‘n Shake to open in Student Center

March 31, 2017
Sophomore pitcher Brianna Jones pitches Wednesday, March 29, 2017, during the Salukis 4-0 loss to SIUE at Charlotte West Stadium. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

Chambers-Book leads SIUE to sister-school shutout

March 29, 2017
Ozzy Osbourne of Black Sabbath performs at the United Center Friday, Jan. 22 2016, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune/TNS)

Your guide to Moonstock, the four-day eclipse music festival

March 28, 2017
Sophomore pitcher Brianna Jones delivers a pitch on Saturday, March 25, 2017, during SIUs 1-0 victory over Drake at Charlotte West Stadium. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Jones earns MVC Pitcher of the Week award

March 27, 2017
Saluki freshman second baseman Maddy Vermejan celebrates her RBI double as Bulldog sophomore second baseman Kennedy Frank walks away Sunday, March 26, 2017, in the fourth inning of SIUs 6-2 victory against Drake in the first game of its doubleheader at Charlotte West Stadium. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Saluki softball finishes sweep of Drake with doubleheader victories

March 26, 2017
Drake freshman first baseman Sarah Maddox looks toward her coach between pitches on Saturday, March 25, 2017, during SIUs 1-0 victory over Drake at Charlotte West Stadium. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Gallery: Jones pitches her second shutout of the season at series opener against Drake

March 25, 2017
Members of the SIU football team attempt to block a field goal during Saluki football’s Du Quoin scrimmage game Friday, April 1, 2016, at DuQuoin High School. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

SIU football scrimmage rescheduled for Sunday

March 24, 2017
Then-junior center fielder Merri Anne Patterson connects on her second home run of the season, a two-run shot to left field, March 5, 2016 at Charlotte West Stadium. 

Saluki softball drops heartbreaking series finale

March 19, 2017
Freshman outfielder Susie Baranski rounds third as coach Kerri Blaylock signals during SIU’s 9-3 loss to the Northern Illinois Huskies on Sunday, March 5, 2017, at Charlotte West Stadium. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

SIU softball sweeps Bradley in MVC-opening doubleheader

March 18, 2017
Senior point guard Rishonda Napier drives to the basket Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, during SIU’s 69-63 win over Bradley at SIU Arena. Napier scored 10 points and had seven assists in her last home game. (Luke Nozicka | @lukenozicka)

SIU women’s basketball ousted from MVC tournament in quarterfinals by Wichita State

March 11, 2017
Freshman guard Aaron Cook, right, consoles senior guard Mike Rodriguez as he walks off the floor for the final time in his collegiate career Saturday, March 4, 2017, after SIU’s 63-50 loss to Illinois State in the Missouri Valley Conference men’s basketball tournament semifinals at Scottrade Center in St. Louis. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Gallery: SIU men’s basketball falls to Illinois State in the MVC tournament semifinals

March 4, 2017
Freshman guard Aaron Cook, right, consoles senior guard Mike Rodriguez as he walks off the floor for the final time in his collegiate career Saturday, March 4, 2017, after SIU’s 63-50 loss to Illinois State in the Missouri Valley Conference men’s basketball tournament semifinals at Scottrade Center in St. Louis. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

[Photo] Illinois State’s hot first-half shooting too much for Salukis to overcome

March 4, 2017
Coach Barry Hinson yells toward his bench Friday, March 3, 2017, during the Salukis 55-50 win against Loyola in the Missouri Valley Conference mens basketball tournament quarterfinals at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

Gallery: SIU men’s basketball defeats Loyola in MVC tournament quarterfinals

March 3, 2017
Senior guard Mike Rodriguez loses control of the ball on his way to the basket Friday, March 3, 2017, during the Salukis 55-50 win against Loyola in the Missouri Valley Conference mens basketball tournament quarterfinals at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis. (Sean Carley | @SeanMCarley)

[Photo] Salukis’ second half surge propels them past Loyola and to the semifinals

March 3, 2017
Junior guard Kylie Giebelhausen is guarded by Aces sophomore forward Kerri Gasper on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, during a game against the Evansville Aces at SIU Arena. The Salukis lost to the Evansville Aces 74-61. (Bill Lukitsch | @lukitsbill)

SIU women’s basketball survives late Indiana State comeback to extend winning streak

March 2, 2017
Saluki sophomore guard Armon Fletcher attempts a layup Saturday, Jan. 28, 2017, during SIUs 85-84 overtime win against the Missouri State Bears at SIU Arena. (Luke Nozicka | @lukenozicka)

Fletcher named to MVC most improved team

March 1, 2017
From left: senior Meagan Monaghan congratulates junior Vitoria Beirao on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, after her singles win in straight sets against Southeast Missouri State sophomore Ana Canahuate-Torres at Garden Grove Event Center in Carbondale. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

Dramatic final match seals perfect weekend for men’s and women’s tennis

February 26, 2017
Junior infielder Shaye Harre approaches home plate Sunday, April 17, 2016, as a Sycamore steps up to bat during the Salukis’ 2-1 loss to Indiana State on Sunday at Charlotte West Stadium.

Saluki softball comes up short in February Freezer championship

February 26, 2017
SIU then-freshman Sydney Jones celebrates her stand-up double against Bradley University at Charlotte West Stadium. 

SIU softball splits again at February Freezer

February 25, 2017
Then-junior first baseman Shaye Harre high fives coach Kerri Blaylock while rounding third after her two-RBI homerun in the top of the second during a 11-1 win against Butler on March 6, 2016, at Charlotte West Stadium. Harre finished the game 2-3 with three RBIs and one run scored.

Five-run fifth salvages split for Saluki softball

February 24, 2017
SIU junior Bryn Handley swims the 500-yard freestyle race Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, during the Saluki womens teams 155-143 loss to Missouri State at Edward J. Shea Natatorium. Handley and her teammates, junior Kelsie Walker and senior Lauren Stockton, took the top three places in the 500-yard freestyle event. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

SIU women’s swim and dive can’t repeat; finishes second in MVC Championships

February 20, 2017
Then-junior center fielder Merri Anne Patterson smiles after a meeting with coach Kerri Blaylock on April 7, 2016 against Murray State at Racer Field in Murray, Ky. Patterson went 1-3 with an RBI and a walk in the 10-5 Saluki win.

Coach Blaylock’s 600th win highlights SIU softball’s weekend in Florida

February 20, 2017
Junior guard Kylie Giebelhausen (32) attempts a shot while being guarded by SEMO senior guard/forward Olivia Hackmann (24) and junior guard Hannah Noe (25) during the Salukis 77-70 win Friday, Dec. 9, 2016, against the Redhawks at SIU Arena. (Bill Lukitsch | @lukitsbill)

SIU women’s basketball uses another fourth quarter comeback to defeat Wichita State

February 12, 2017
Sophomore pitcher Savanna Dover pitches the ball March 25, 2016 during the Salukis’ 4-1 win against Illinois State at Charlotte West Stadium. Dover gave up one run and pitched 5.2 innings.

Saluki softball finishes opening weekend with shutout win

February 12, 2017
Sophomore utility player Savannah Fisher lunges to catch the ball during the second game of the Salukis’ doubleheader against Loyola on March 19 at Charlotte West Stadium. Fisher had one hit and one RBI in the second game. The Salukis won both games of the doubleheader by scores of 4-3 and 5-0. – March 19, 2016, Carbondale, Ill. (Jacob Wiegand | @JacobWiegand_DE)

SIU softball splits pair of games on opening day

February 11, 2017
Coach Cindy Stein addresses her team at a timeout Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, during the Salukis’ 64-59 win against Northern Iowa at SIU Arena. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chyrsant1Athena)

SIU women’s basketball drops road contest at Missouri State

February 11, 2017
Members of the Saluki women’s basketball team celebrate after a basket Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, during SIU’s 64-59 win against Northern Iowa at SIU Arena. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

SIU women’s basketball completes comeback, upsets Northern Iowa

February 5, 2017
Senior guard/forward Carlie Corrigan looks to make a pass during SIU’s 71-60 loss to Drake on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, at SIU Arena. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

Drake pulls away late from SIU women’s basketball

February 3, 2017
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Saluki football welcomes 27-player recruiting class on National Signing Day

February 1, 2017
Senior guard Rishonda Napier puts up a shot as Missouri State freshman guard Alexa Willard and senior guard Lexi Hughes watch during SIU’s 78-60 loss to the Bears on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, at SIU Arena. Napier led SIU in scoring with 22 points. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

SIU women’s basketball survives Redbird comeback to finish central Illinois sweep

January 29, 2017
Saluki guard Mike Rodriguez dribbles toward the basket during SIU’s 78-68 victory against Missouri State on Feb. 27, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Jacob Wiegand | @JacobWiegand_DE)

Scouting Missouri State

January 27, 2017
SIU softball picked third in MVC preseason poll; two players named all-conference

SIU softball picked third in MVC preseason poll; two players named all-conference

January 27, 2017
Senior guard Leo Vincent, left, and sophomore guard Sean Lloyd. (Daily Egyptian photos)

Leo Vincent, Sean Lloyd reinstated after administrative review

January 26, 2017
Senior guard Leo Vincent, left, and sophomore guard Sean Lloyd. (Daily Egyptian photos)

Two SIU men’s basketball players under administrative eligibility review

January 24, 2017
Coach Barry Hinson talks to his players Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, during SIUs 58-57 loss against the Northern Iowa Panthers at SIU Arena. (Luke Nozicka | @lukenozicka)

Scouting Wichita State

January 23, 2017
Coach Cindy Stein speaks to senior guard Rishonda Napier during SIUs 77-54 win against Wichita State on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, at SIU Arena. Napier scored 18 points in the game. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

Salukis’ late run falls short in loss to Evansville

January 22, 2017
Saluki senior forward Kim Nebo and Shocker senior guard TaQuandra Mike reach for the ball during SIU’s 77-54 win against Wichita State on Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, at SIU Arena. Nebo scored 16 points in the game and had 10 rebounds. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

Saluki women’s losing streak ends with win over Wichita State

January 13, 2017
Saluki football players celebrate on the sidelines after their 38-31 overtime victory against Youngstown State University at the homecoming game Oct. 24, 2015, at Saluki Stadium. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

Oklahoma three-star QB, Gatorade player of the year, commits to SIU football

January 9, 2017
Senior guard Mike Rodriguez attempts a basket during SIUs 78-70 victory against UT-Martin on Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

SIU men’s basketball upsets Missouri State on the road

January 7, 2017
Rough third quarter dooms SIU womens basketball at Northern Iowa

Rough third quarter dooms SIU women’s basketball at Northern Iowa

January 6, 2017
Senior guard Leo Vincent (5) passes the ball as Drake defense trails during the Salukis 83-69 win against the Bulldogs on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, at SIU Arena. (Ryan Michalesko | @photosbylesko)

Shorthanded SIU men’s basketball defeats Drake

January 1, 2017
Senior point guard Rishonda Napier brings the ball down the court during the Salukis 68-53 loss to the Indiana State Sycamores on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, at SIU Arena. (Ryan Michalesko | @photosbylesko)

SIU women’s basketball splits weekend with loss to Indiana State

January 1, 2017
Senior forward Kim Nebo looks up toward the goal during SIU’s 73-57 victory against the Loyola Ramblers on Friday, Dec. 30, 2016, at SIU Arena. Nebo scored 10 points in the game. (Jacob Wiegand | jawiegandphoto)

SIU women’s basketball opens MVC play with victory

December 30, 2016
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WATCH: UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon’s speech at SIU

December 21, 2016
SIU coach Cindy Stein encourages the Salukis during the teams 77-70 win Friday, Dec. 9, 2016, against Southeast Missouri at SIU Arena. (Bill Lukitsch | @lukitsbill)

SIU women’s basketball splits pair of games at UMKC tournament

December 20, 2016
Senior guard Mike Rodriguez recovers from a fall during the Salukis 70-55 win against Saint Louis University on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Ryan Michalesko | @photosbylesko)

Late stumbles doom SIU men’s basketball against UNLV

December 20, 2016
Assistant coach Todd Nelson speaks to members of the Saluki volleyball team during a time out Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016, during SIUs 2-3 loss to Missouri State in Davies Gym. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

SIU volleyball assistant coach named head coach at St. Catherine University

December 20, 2016
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United Nations secretary-general to speak at SIU next week

December 15, 2016
SIU coach Barry Hinson reacts to a call during the Salukis 66-60 loss to Northern Iowa on March 4 during the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament in St. Louis. (DailyEgyptian.com file photo)

SIU men’s basketball notebook: Scouting the Saint Louis Billikens

December 14, 2016
Then-SIU senior tight end MyCole Pruitt catches the ball for a first down Sept. 20, 2014, during the first half of the Salukis’ 35-13 loss against Purdue University at Ross-Ade Field in West Lafayette, Ind. (DailyEgyptian.com file photo)

Former Saluki All-American MyCole Pruitt signed by Chicago Bears

December 13, 2016
Senior forward Kim Nebo attempts to shoot a basket Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, during the Salukis 69-61 win against Memphis at SIU Arena. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

Huge third quarter leads SIU women’s basketball past Memphis

December 11, 2016
SIU coach Barry Hinson reacts during the Salukis’ 74-70 win over Texas Southern on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Jacob Wiegand | @jawiegandphoto)

SIU men’s basketball notebook: Scouting the Sam Houston State Bearkats

December 9, 2016
Sophomore guard Armon Fletcher attempts a layup Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016, during the Salukis 74-51 loss to the Cardinals at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

SIU couldn’t recover from big early deficit in loss to No. 11 Louisville

December 7, 2016
SIU junior Bryn Handley swims the 500-yard freestyle race Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, during the Saluki womens teams 155-143 loss to Missouri State at Edward J. Shea Natatorium. Handley and her teammates, junior Kelsie Walker and senior Lauren Stockton, took the top three places in the 500-yard freestyle event. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

Handley wins MVC Swimmer of the Week

December 6, 2016
Senior guard Mike Rodriguez drives toward the basket as he is guarded by senior guard Gee McGhee, left, and junior guard Jonathan Stark on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, during SIUs 89-85 overtime win against Murray State at SIU Arena. (Bill Lukitsch | @lukitsbill)

SIU men’s basketball notebook: Scouting the Louisville Cardinals

December 6, 2016
SIU coach Barry Hinson yells to his players during the Salukis’ 74-70 win over Texas Southern on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at SIU Arena.

3 things we learned from last week’s SIU men’s basketball games

December 4, 2016
SIU junior Bryn Handley swims the 500-yard freestyle race Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, during the Saluki womens teams 155-143 loss to Missouri State at Edward J. Shea Natatorium. Handley and her teammates, junior Kelsie Walker and senior Lauren Stockton, took the top three places in the 500-yard freestyle event. (Morgan Timms | @Morgan_Timms)

SIU swim and dive teams drop meet to Missouri State

December 3, 2016
Senior guard Carlie Corrigan looks to pass around University of Alabama at Birmingham junior guard Whytney Singleton during the Salukis 64-49 loss to the Blazers on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Daily Egyptian file photo)

SIU women’s basketball struggles in loss to UAB

December 3, 2016
SIU coach Barry Hinson addresses players during the Salukis 73-63 win over Mount St. Mary University on Monday, Nov. 21, 2016, at SIU Arena. (Athena Chrysanthou | @Chrysant1Athena)

SIU men’s basketball notebook: Scouting the Texas Southern Tigers

December 2, 2016
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