Prairie Stars Set to Conclude Homestand Against Indianapolis
The UIS women's basketball team will close out its three-game homestand this Thursday, taking on Indianapolis at 5:30 p.m. at TRAC.
Illinois Springfield (5-18, 4-11 GLVC)
UIS Cross Country Earns USTFCCCA All-Academic Honors
The University of Illinois Springfield women's and men's cross country teams, along with six individual student-athletes, have been recognized with U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic honors.
To earn individual All-Academic distinction, student-athletes must maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and finish in the top 30 percent of their respective regional championship meet. The following Prairie Stars achieved this honor:
This Week in UIS Athletics | Feb. 10-16
Donate Snacks For Compass For Kids – Collection On Fri., Jan. 10!
Faculty and Staff,
UIS Athletics is collecting snack items for Compass for Kids, a not-for-profit organization that is transforming the Springfield community. Through innovative after-school and summer programs, Compass for Kids provides critical resources and support to underserved children in Springfield Public Schools (District 186).
UIS Volleyball: Faculty and Staff Appreciation - Fri., Nov. 8
On Friday, November 8th at 6 p.m. UIS Volleyball will host Great Lakes Valley Conference rival McKendree University in our annual Faculty/Staff Appreciation match.
Homecoming Athletic Events and Promotions
Dear UIS Faculty and Staff,
Happy Homecoming week! We're thrilled to invite you to our upcoming UIS events, where you can support your Prairie Stars and enjoy our special promotions!
Here's the deal: Come join us as we celebrate Volleyball's Home Opener with Youth Night!
UIS Women's Golf Finishes Strong at Midwest Ladies Collegiate
The UIS women's golf team took 13th place at the Midwest Ladies Collegiate, totaling 988 strokes over 54 holes at their fall season opener.
UIS men's basketball is hoping youth can make early impact
The University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball team starts the 2021 season Friday at the Lindenwood Tipoff Classic. The Prairie Stars are hoping to improve on their 8-12 record from last season.
Head coach Matt Brock said the Prairie Stars are excited for the return of fans.
"I'm excited about our team," Brock said. "All of our newcomers can make an impact in one way or the other. We got a lot of players that can play well. We're trying to find the right lineups and right combinations that play the best right now."
UIS women's basketball returns 80 percent of scoring from best GLVC season record team
The University of Illinois Springfield women's basketball team tips off the season Friday at the Midwest Region Crossover.
The Prairie Stars return from their best Great Lake Valley Conference season record in program history. The 10-11 record is also the second best winning percentage in the NCAA era.
Illinois talent chases history with nationally ranked UIS cross country team
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 downstate.
Those local connections would become extra meaningful this weekend if the entire men’s cross country team qualified for the NCAA Division II meet for the first time in school history.