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UIS women's cross country standout Madelyn Miller-Ross has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for September after a remarkable start to the 2025 season. Now in its third year, the monthly award continues to spotlight outstanding Prairie Star performances across all sports. This month's selection was one of the most competitive yet, featuring an impressive field of nominees — including several newcomers and rising stars who made major impacts early in their seasons.

The llinois Springfield volleyball team returns home for a pair of GLVC matches this weekend at TRAC. The Prairie Stars host William Jewell on Friday at 6:00 p.m. for a #WeAreStars Night, bringing all Prairie Stars together in support of the team. Friday's match will also feature Faculty & Staff Appreciation recognition pregame. On Saturday at 3:00 p.m., UIS will hold its Dig Pink match presented by Springfield Clinic, featuring a bake sale and ribbon sales in support of the American Cancer Society.

The Ãå±±½ûµØ Springfield women's golf team earned a third-place team finish at the Bill Crabtree Invitational, hosted by Kentucky Wesleyan at The Pearl Club in Owensboro, Ky. The Prairie Stars finished at +42 after rounds of 304 and 314, trailing only Maryville (+35) and McKendree (+38) in the seven-team field.