Local Sports

SIU Baseball Announces 2019 Schedule

posted by mattv on October 16, 2018

The Southern Illinois baseball program announced the 56-game 2019 schedule today. The Salukis will play 29 games at Itchy Jones Stadium.

Miners Announce 2019 Schedule

posted by mattv on October 16, 2018

Southern Illinois opens 13th season on the road, Opening Night at Rent One Park on May 17th

Jen Sewell named 2018 Donna Newberry ‘Perseverance’ Award Honoree

posted by mattv on October 11, 2018

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The NFCA is pleased to announce that Southern Illinois University-Carbondale associate head coach Jen Sewell is the 2018 recipient of the Association’s Donna Newberry “Perseverance” Award, which recognizes an NFCA member coach who has demonstrated

National Sports

Reports: Marlins near deal for Cuban brothers October 20, 2018
Victor Victor Mesa and Victor Mesa Jr., brothers who played for Cuban national teams, are close to deals with the Marlins totaling nearly $5M in bonuses, according to reports.
Why the NBA is the greatest reality show in sports October 20, 2018
The NBA is nothing if not dramatic. So what happens when the league's biggest star joins a reality-show cast in the city that drama built?
Source: Jets to release injured WR Pryor October 20, 2018
Receiver Terrelle Pryor, who has a tear in his groin and his expected to miss two weeks, will be released by the Jets, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Backing Kap, comedian Schumer says no SB ad October 20, 2018
Amy Schumer says she has told her reps she won't appear in a Super Bowl commercial and called on white players to join in kneeling during the national anthem to protest against racism and police brutality.
Astros' Altuve underwent knee surgery on Friday October 20, 2018
Houston's star infielder Jose Altuve, who had been "playing on one leg" during the ALCS, had surgery on Friday on his right knee and is expected to be ready for spring training.

Local News

One injured in Williamson County crash

posted by Nora Inman on October 20, 2018

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, IL. (WJPF) – A Johnston City woman was injured in a two vehicle traffic accident in Williamson County. It happened around 2:45

Chicago man charged with recruiting for Islamic State

posted by Nora Inman on October 20, 2018

CHICAGO (AP) – A Chicago man has been charged with using social media to recruit people to fight for the Islamic State group. Ashraf

Body found at old mine site in August still unidentified

posted by Nora Inman on October 20, 2018

BENTON, Ill. (AP) – Authorities are still trying to confirm the identity of a man whose body was found in August at an old

Community Calendar

Expanding your Horizons (EYH) Nov. 3rd

posted by Nora Inman on October 12, 2018

Please help the SIU Math Department to encourage 5th – 9th grade girls to register for the upcoming conference at SIU on Saturday, November 3rd. It is a fun and educational day as the participants do hands-on

Register for the 10th Annual Southern Illinois Chili Cook Off HERE!

posted by Nora Inman on October 12, 2018

People are gathering at the Marion Elks Saturday, November 3rd from 10 am to 4 pm for some delicious chili and spicy bloody marys! This event is family friendly and for a good cause! Come to enjoy

Register for the Great Central US Shakeout Earthquake Drill

posted by Nora Inman on October 11, 2018

Some of the most powerful earthquakes to ever shake the US have happened in Illinois. Learn how to stay safe by taking part in the Great Central US Shakeout Earthquake Drill on October 18th at 10:18 am. Register

The Dawghouse – River Radio Saluki Sports Coverage

VARNEY: MY MVC PRESEASON POLL
Matt Varney The Missouri Valley released their preseason poll yesterday with few surprises. Here’s a look at the Preseason poll: School (First-Place Votes) Total 1. Loyola (29)………………………………… 410 2. Illinois State (10)………………………. 374 3. Southern Illinois (4)…………………. 362 4. Bradley……………………………………… 305 5. UNI…………………………………………….248 6. Indiana State……………………………. 210 7. Valparaiso………………………………… 173 8. Missouri State………………………….. […]
HOMECOMING PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR SALUKIS TO HIT RESET BUTTON
SIU has been on the losing end of several close games this season. In their five losses, SIU has lost three of them by seven points or less. Bad luck combined with injuries and a lack of killer instinct has resulted in a 1-5 season but the Salukis could easily be a much better 4-2 […]
SALUKIS PICKED TO FINISH THIRD; FLETCHER, PIPPEN NAMED PRESEASON ALL-MVC MEMBERS
The Southern Illinois men’s basketball team was picked third in the preseason Missouri Valley Conference poll, the league announced Thursday. SIU seniors Armon Fletcher (first team) and Kavion Pippen (second team) were named to the preseason All-MVC teams. The Salukis are the only team in the MVC to return all five starters from last season. […]

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Local Sports Audio

Team of the Week Podcast: Football Week 8, Nashville – Stephen Kozuszek 10-18-18

posted by mattv on October 19, 2018

Matt Varney talked with Nashville’s head coach Steven Kozuszek after the Hornets were named the Southern Illinois Healthcare Team of the Week in Week

In The Dawghouse 10/15/18 – Jerry Kill

posted by paxton on October 16, 2018

In our weekly interview with the Saluki AD, we talked about the lineup for Homecoming this weekend, this year’s outstanding Saluki Hall of Fame

In The Dawghouse 10/8/18 – Connor James

posted by paxton on October 9, 2018

What did Saturday’s crushing loss to Youngstown State look like from the sidelines? We tracked down Saluki football broadcast sideline reporter and former SIU