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Jim Cornelison performs the national anthem at the Illinois football game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Jim Cornelison performs the national anthem at the Illinois football game

Summary

Illinois Athletics confirmed that Jim Cornelison will perform the national anthem before the kickoff of the Illinois football game against Duke. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, in Champaign. Cornelison gained recognition for his anthem performances with the Chicago Blackhawks and has previously appeared at Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs contests. The game against Duke serves as the second week of the season for Illinois. The matchup is set to start at 2:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on FS1.

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Key Details

•Jim Cornelison will sing the national anthem at the Illinois and Duke football game.
•The game is scheduled for Saturday, September 12.
•Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. CT with television coverage on FS1.
•Cornelison is known for his regular anthem performances for the Chicago Blackhawks.

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10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Jim Cornelison to sing national anthem at Illini football game

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – Illinois football will have a special guest in attendance on Saturday, Sept. 12. Chicago legend Jim Cornelison will sing the national anthem prior to kickoff of Illinois’ week two game against Duke, Illinois Athletics announced on Thursday. Cornelison grew famous through his pregame national anthem singing with the Chicago Blackhawks, and […]
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