Illinois announces two non-conference home games for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Illinois will add two non-conference home games to its schedule for the 2026-27 season. The Illini will host the Penn Quakers on November 5 at the State Farm Center, marking a rematch following their NCAA Tournament encounter. Additionally, Illinois will play Eastern Illinois on November 20, continuing a recent tradition under coach Brad Underwood. The annual Braggin' Rights game against Missouri is scheduled for December 20 in St. Louis.
- •Illinois hosts Penn on November 5, 2026.
- •Illinois hosts Eastern Illinois on November 20, 2026.
- •The match against Missouri is on December 20, 2026.
- •These games expand the Illini's non-conference schedule.
- •Illinois looks to build on previous seasons under Brad Underwood.
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Illinois adds two non-conference home games
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