The News-Gazette · Jul 8, 2018
Illini Year in Review: The Lists
Isaiah Martinez ended his Illini career with his second NCAA runner-up finish.Top male athletes
1. Bren Spillane, baseball. The third-round MLB draft pick was one of three position players nationally to earn consensus (all six) All-American honors.
2. Alex Diab, gymnastics. A national championship on rings for the Glen Ellyn native was Illinois' third on the event and 58th total.
3. Isaiah Martinez, wrestling. Martinez ended his illustrious career with a second NCAA runner-up finish to go with his two national titles.
4. David Kendziera, track and field. A pair of top three finishes at the NCAA outdoor championship made Kendziera a 10-time All-American for his career.