CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Spring has sprung at the University of Illinois and Fighting Illini Athletics is inviting fans to celebrate this week at Spring Sports Fest.
Kicking off with a full slate on Friday, including Illini Football’s open scrimmage at Memorial Stadium, Spring Sports Fest will feature seven Fighting Illini programs hosting 13 events over three days.
All events are free and open the public, with several great promotions on tap including senior day celebrations, giveaways, live music, and concessions specials.
A full schedule is available below:
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| Day | Time (CT) | Sport | Location | Opponent | Promotions |
| Friday | 11:30 AM | Women’s Track & Field |
Demirjian Park | Gary Wieneke Memorial | |
| 11:30 AM | Men’s Track & Field |
Demirjian Park | Gary Wieneke Memorial | ||
| 3 PM | Baseball | Illinois Field | Minnesota | ||
| 4 PM | Softball | Eichelberger Field | Michigan State | Pink Game Giveaway: Pink hats, ribbons, and Strikeout Cancer wristbands |
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| 7 PM | Football | Memorial Stadium | Open Scrimmage | ||
| Saturday | 7:30 AM | Men’s Golf | Atkins Golf Club | Fighting Illini Spring Collegiate | |
| 11 AM | Women’s Track & Field |
Demirjian Park | Gary Wieneke Memorial | Senior Day Live band from 1-5 PM |
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| 11 AM | Men’s Track & Field |
Demirjian Park | Gary Wieneke Memorial | Senior Day Live band from 1-5 PM |
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| 11 AM | Women’s Tennis | Atkins Tennis Center | Nebraska | Bark in the Park Tennis balls, treats and water available to any dogs in attendance |
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| 3 PM | Baseball | Illinois Field | Minnesota | Little League Youth Day Gear for Good: Free t-shirts for anyone that donates baseball equipment |
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| 5 PM | Softball | Eichelberger Field | Michigan State | Teal Game Giveaway: teal ribbons, Strikeout Cancer bracelets |
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| Sunday | 8 AM | Men’s Golf | Atkins Golf Club | Fighting Illini Spring Collegiate | |
| 12 PM | Women’s… | ||||
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