UIS Prairie Stars

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As Prairie Stars, we enjoy every day; mindful that we are here to learn, work, play and win. We challenge ourselves and draw strength from each other in a sustained effort to become champions in the classroom and competition. We actively collaborate with our campus and community through the sharing of expertise and resources in advancing strategic partnerships that benefit the larger community. We hold ourselves and others to the highest standard of civility, dignity and compassion while embracing the principles of equality and inclusion.

Sport Clubs

Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.

  • Volleyball
  • Esports

Intramurals

Intramural sports are structured individual, dual and team sport competitive activities scheduled for Rec Members with a valid UIS I-card. Campus Recreation utilizes IMLeagues to manage its Intramural Program.

Outdoor Adventures

Campus Recreation developed an Outdoor Adventure program to provide an enjoyable, challenging, meaningful and educational experience that will allow individuals and groups to learn the skills necessary for survival and safety in the outdoors as well as develop an appreciation for the environment. Outdoor Adventure trips are led by experienced trip leaders and are open to students and recreation members.

students canoeing

Events

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UIS Men's Basketball vs LewisStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Men's Basketball at Southwest Baptist
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UIS Women's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Men's Basketball at McKendree
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UIS Women's Basketball at Rockhurst

News

Photos of UIS tennis athletes and UIS Prairie Stars logo
Jan 08, 2026
Prairie Stars Tennis Opens 2026 Season in January
The 2026 UIS tennis season is quickly approaching as the Prairie Stars prepare for their first spring under first-year head coach Henrique Leal. Both the men's…
Tye Banks jumpshot
Jan 07, 2026
UIS Men’s Basketball Opens Two-Game Road Swing at Quincy, Visits Truman State Saturday
The UIS men's basketball team, unbeaten in GLVC play, heads out for a two-game road swing this week beginning with a BOS Rivalry Cup matchup at Quincy on…
A photo of Sam Clarke playing tennis, 15 Years of NCAA DII Anniversary Series logo
Jan 07, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership: Sam Clarke, Men’s Tennis
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student…
Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month, December 2025 - Kayla Rice
Jan 07, 2026
Kayla Rice Earns Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month Honors for December
Kayla Rice has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for December 2025 after a standout six-game stretch that showcased her ability to score…
Brynn Tabeling playing basketball in blue UIS uniform
Jan 07, 2026
UIS Women’s Basketball Begins Two-Game Road Swing with Rivalry Matchup at Quincy
The UIS women's basketball team heads out on a two-game road trip this week, beginning with a BOS Rivalry Cup showdown at Quincy on Thursday night at 5:30 p.m.…
3.63 DEPARTMENT GPA, UIS ATHLETICS
Jan 06, 2026
Prairie Stars Set Record-High Department GPA with 3.63 for Fall 2025
The University of Illinois Springfield Athletics Department is proud to announce a record-high department GPA of 3.63 for the Fall 2025 semester — the highest…
A photo of 2018 UIS Volleyball celebrating, 15 Years of NCAA DII Anniversary Series logo
Jan 06, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership: 2018 Volleyball
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Jan 05, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | Jan. 5-11
The UIS basketball teams, coming off Friday night's sweep of UIndy, enter a full week of GLVC competition on the road. Follow along on uisprairiestars.com or…