BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Following a series of winning seasons for Illinois State University (ISU) Athletics teams, state Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington issued the following statement:
“I’ve been outspoken about my pride in our ISU athletics program, and as a fan I’ve enjoyed watching these teams compete. Our football and basketball teams have found such success this season through hard work, togetherness, and grit. I’m so proud of all our student athletes.
“Redbirds football ended their 12-5 season placing second in the FCS National Championship, in what was probably the best football game I’ve ever seen.
“Our Men’s basketball team went 23-13 over the season, making it to the Final Four in the National Invitational Tournament.
“The Women’s basketball team placed second in the Women’s National Invitational Tournament to close out their 20-13 season.
“I want to give a special shout out to the Big Red Marching Machine, ISU’s outstanding marching band, for being the true embodiment of Redbird pride! As a musician I am so impressed by you all– you’re the unsung hero of Redbird Athletics!
“I’m so proud of what our Redbirds have accomplished so far, and can’t wait to see our baseball, softball, and men’s and women’s track and field teams follow in their footsteps!”
Rep. Sharon Chung
(D-Bloomington)
91st District
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