Athletics News

Nov 05, 2021
The University of Illinois Springfield cross country program prides itself on local talent. All but one runner hails from the state of Illinois — most from…
Oct 11, 2021
Teachers and coaches leave such an impact on the lives of their athletes across the U.S. and globe. Sunday at St. Charles, Mo., 26.2-Mile Cowbell Marathon…
Sep 27, 2021
Tyler Pence didn’t come into the TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon thinking he was going to run his fastest time ever. He also didn’t expect the two runners…
Sep 27, 2021
The University of Illinois Springfield women’s cross country team was only 10 points from perfection at the Prairie Star Invitational.  Lexi Throne, a…
Aug 31, 2021
The Illinois baseball team announced Monday they will be playing the University of Illinois Springfield. The game will not count towards the official 56-game…
Aug 31, 2021
Tyler Pence is the head cross country and track coach at the University of Illinois Springfield. He spoke with Community Voices about his career and sticking…