News
Play That Back, DJ: Williams Commits to Finish His Career a Saluki
We caught up with the star quarterback (and his excited head coach) to learn what went into his decision.
Joe Szynkowski
2005 SIU journalism grad. Saluki season-ticket holder. Covered sports for The Southern. Founder and owner of The UpWrite Group - a strategic communications firm HQd in Marion, Illinois.
Opinion
It’s Time for the Salukis to Stop Playing Catch-Up
SIU needs to turn things around. Today might be its best chance yet.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 15 Preview: Southern Illinois vs. Valparaiso
Valley foes on a New Year’s collision course.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 14 Preview: Southern Illinois at Murray State
Valley rivals reunite. Momentum meets desperation. Let’s dance in the Bluegrass.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 12 Preview: Illinois State at Southern Illinois
Conference play begins. Rivals collide. Buckle up.
Feature
'MY WIFE!' The 12 Gifts from Barry Hinson’s Viral Press Conference, 12 Years Later
Twelve years ago today, former SIU coach Barry Hinson WENT OFF on reporters in a viral tirade. Every December, his legendary press conference gets unwrapped again in Carbondale. And it still feels real.
Opinion
Why It’s Time for Davion Sykes to Hear His Name in the Starting Five
Tonight could be a great opportunity to shake things up against high-flying High Point.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 12 Preview: Southern Illinois at Illinois State
Must-win. Rivalry vibes. Playoff hopes hanging by a thread.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 11 Preview: South Dakota at Southern Illinois
With both teams battling for playoff seeding, Saturday’s showdown in Carbondale features a clash between elite rushers and high-stakes implications.
Analysis
Two Truths and a Lie from Last Night's 101-78 Win
SIU hits the century mark and fires up the home crowd on its way to a 2-0 start.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 10 Preview: Southern Illinois at Youngstown State
SIU has now won back-to-back games and reentered the national rankings at No. 15 in the Stats Perform poll.
Analysis
SalukiAI Game 9 Preview: Southern Illinois at Murray State
The Salukis are coming off a dominant Homecoming victory over Northern Iowa and look to stay in the MVFC playoff hunt with another strong performance.