Adam Tiouririne brings you up to date on what happened in Uni sports while you were away on break, including News-Gazette honors for nine Illinek basketball players.

The Iris Chang and Peter Kolodziej Writing Awards began last year in memory of two distinguished Uni graduates. Entries for this year's contest are now being accepted. The deadline is April 19. See inside for more information.

The Illineks host St. Thomas More in their season opener this afternoon. Leading scorer Suran Yoo and MVP goalie Mandy Grill are among the returning starters. With a new coach, the team is aiming for a big improvement over last year's 4-15 record.