Carbondale Reporter

Spring sports are nearing their end at Southern Illinois University. The men's golf team recently concluded their season while the softball and track and field teams prepare for their Missouri Valley Conference tournaments. The baseball team begins the penultimate phase of the regular season.

The SIU track and field team participated in two events last week. At the Drake Relays, the 4x200 relay team secured a championship title with a time of 1:25.49. Leah Thames and Andre Jackson II were among those who achieved podium finishes. During the Fighting Illini Twilight, Darrione Williams, Nakyrah Cooks, and Elise Greene earned second-place finishes in their respective events. The team will travel to the UK Invitational on May 1-2 before hosting the MVC Tournament.

The softball team, with a record of 29-18, was highlighted by Emily Williams being named the MVC Newcomer of the Week for the second consecutive week. The team achieved a 5-0 win against UT Martin and played a series against Murray State. They won the first two games, 7-1 and 10-1, and concluded with a 5-4 loss. SIU will head to Evansville for the final series of the regular season from May 2-4.

SIU's baseball team, holding a 30-13 record, engaged in four games last week. They won against Southeast Missouri State 12-6 and split the weekend series with Illinois State, eventually winning two out of three games. The upcoming week includes a game against Lindenwood on April 29 and a series at Murray State from May 2-4.

Men's golf concluded their 2025 season at the MVC Tournament, finishing in seventh place. Frank Bellino and Oliver Ulrich were top performers, with Bellino securing a tie for 13th place. Anthony De Schutter received recognition as part of the MVC All-Conference team and was named the MVC Newcomer of the Year.

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