Lily Crane

Lily Crane

Joined: Jun 9, 2025

Lily Crane a reporter for Oregon Ducks on SI. Before attending the University of Oregon Journalism School of Communications, she grew up in Grants Pass, Oregon. She previously spent three years covering Ducks sports for the University of Oregon's student newspaper, The Daily Emerald. Lily's also a play-by-play broadcaster for Big Ten Plus and the student radio station, KWVA 88.1 FM Eugene. She became the first woman in KWVA Sports history to be the primary voice of a team when she called Oregon soccer in 2024. Her voice has been heard over the airwaves calling various sports for Oregon, Bushnell University and Thurston High School athletics.

Apr 7, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Tajh Ariza (right) stands on the sidelines at practice for World Select Team before 2026 Nike Hoop Summit

Oregon coach Dan Lanning greets Fighting Ducks running back Jayden Limar before the game as the Fighting Ducks face off against Mighty Oregon in the Oregon Ducks spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

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Nov 8, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning looks on during the first quarter against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dante Moore spoke about the state of of the quarterback room and coaching changes ahead of the spring game.

Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning walks the field before the game as the Oregon Ducks host the Oregon State Beavers Sept. 20, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

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Oregon Duck coach Dan Lanning provided some key injury updates during his latest media appearance.

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The Oregon Ducks received promising news after hosting a four-star cornerback on a recruiting visit.

Sep 30, 2023; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Jerry Mixon (54) during the third quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks linebacker Jerry Mixon got candid when discussing how he's grown over the offseason.

Oregon defensive line coach Tony Tuioti walks into the hotel as the Oregon Ducks arrive in Los Angeles ahead of the Rose Bowl Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024.

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Oregon Ducks defensive line coach Tony Tuioti spoke to the media after a recent spring practice about his returning defensive linemen.

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Oregon Ducks wide receivers Dakorien Moore and Evan Stewart helped the team during a recent recruiting visit.

Jan 1, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Oregon Ducks defensive back Brandon Finney (4) is interviewed by. ESPN’s Katie George following the 2025 Orange Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Oregon Ducks coach Dan Lanning recently broke down how cornerback Brandon Finney Jr. is approaching the offseason.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning walks the sideline as the Oregon Ducks take on the Washington Huskies on Nov. 29, 2025, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

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The Oregon Ducks are already looking ahead to the 2028 recruiting cycle, with a visit coming up with a standout wide receiver recruit.

Sep 27, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jordon Davison (0) reacts after defeating the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Oregon Ducks running back Dierre Hill Jr. got candid about embracing competition with teammate Jordon Davison.

Jul 29, 2022; Irvine, California, US; Los Angeles Rams running backs coach Ra'Shaad Samples talks to a member of media after training camp at University of California Irvine. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Oregon Ducks running backs coach Ra'Shaad Samples broke down his coaching style and his dynamic with players.

Oregon running backs coach Ra'Shaad Samples sprays running back Jayden Limar during practice with the Ducks Wednesday, Aug. 14 2024 at the Hatfield-Dowlin Complex in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon Ducks running backs coach Ra'Shaad Samples addressed how the newcomers to the backfield have influenced the program this spring.

Oregon coach Dan Lanning oversees his team as the Fighting Ducks face off against Mighty Oregon in the Oregon Ducks spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

The No. 2 quarterback in the 2027 recruiting class recently visited the Oregon Ducks in Eugene.