The Illinois Fighting Illini is the athletic program representing the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Established in 1890, the program features a variety of sports, including football, basketball, and volleyball. The team's colors are orange and blue, and they compete in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference. The Fighting Illini mascot is named Chief Illiniwek, a symbol of the university's Native American heritage, though it has been retired since 2007. The program has a rich history, with notable achievements in both men's and women's sports, including multiple conference championships and appearances in national tournaments.