Illinois State University Vidette Sports Editors Jonathan Barlas and Kade Heather recap Illinois State’s statement win against first-place Loyola Saturday, as the Birds now share the top spot in the Missouri Valley Conference. Vidette Sports brings you up to date previewing the team’s MVC matchup against Valparaiso Tuesday, along with the state of the team and overviewing the Redbirds’ final conference push with eight games left until Arch Madness in St. Louis.