The UIS women's basketball team opened their season with a 70-63 loss to the Tiffin Dragons. Despite a strong effort throughout the game, UIS was unable to overcome a late surge by Tiffin.

The UIS men's soccer team is set to kick off their postseason journey in the GLVC Quarterfinals this Sunday. The Prairie Stars will face Maryville at 1:30 p.m. in St. Louis, aiming to advance in the conference tournament.

(7) Illinois Springfield (5-7-5, 5-4-5 GLVC)

Elaine Grant of women's golf has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for October, marking her second time receiving the honor in 2024. Grant's October performances included a tournament scoring average of 75.8 strokes per round across three events. 

The UIS women's soccer team starts their postseason journey in the GLVC Quarterfinals on Sunday afternoon. The Prairie Stars will travel to Lebanon, Ill. to take on the McKendreeBearcats at 12:00 p.m.

(6) Illinois Springfield (8-6-3, 8-5-1 GLVC)

UIS finished the season sixth in the GLVC standings, marking a program-best with eight conference wins and 25 points. This is the fourth appearance for UIS in the GLVC postseason and third-straight.