It was a great addition to bring in the son of defensive coordinator Hardy Nickerson, Hardy Nickerson Jr. This will only improve the defense with an experienced player like Nickerson at linebacker.
Mark Tupper of the Herald & Review goes into a little more detail on what to expect.
Herald & Review: New Illini LB Nickerson a smart, confident leader
The Illinois women’s softball team is pretty good this season. They have a record of 28-19 overall and 7-10 in the Big Ten Conference.
They are now on a nice hot streak after winning four out of the last five games.