CHAMPAIGN — Illinois men’s gymnast Sebastian Quiana on Monday was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week.
Quiana, a two-time winner of the first-year athlete award, took first place in the pommel horse and floor during Illinois’ home loss to Ohio State last Friday.
Quiana recorded a 14.950 score on the floor, the fifth-highest mark in the NCAA this season.
The Oradell, N.J., native and the Illini continue their season Friday and Saturday, as Illinois hosts the Big Ten Championships at State Farm Center.
McInerney in running. Illinois baseball senior Pat McInerney was announced Monday as a finalist for the Senior CLASS Award.