UIS Softball Heads South for Alvy Early Memorial Classic
The UIS softball team is set to compete in the Alvy Early Memorial Classic this weekend in Bentonville, Ark. The Prairie Stars will open play on Friday against Central Missouri at 11:00 a.m., followed by a matchup with Northwest Missouri State at 1:30 p.m. On Saturday, UIS will take on Washburn at 11:00 a.m. before wrapping up the tournament against Missouri Southern at 1:30 p.m.
GLVC Preseason Poll Tabs UIS Women’s Tennis Third in East Division
The Ãå±±½ûµØ Springfield women's tennis team has been selected third in the GLVC East Division in the 2025 preseason poll, earning 13 total points.
The preseason poll is selected by the league's head coaches, who, per GLVC Bylaws, are not permitted to vote for their own team.
Prairie Stars’ Rally Falls Short in 79-75 Loss to McKendree
Despite a career night from Jack Weber and a strong second-half push, the Ãå±±½ûµØ Springfield men's basketball team couldn't complete the comeback, falling 79-75 to McKendree on Thursday night at TRAC. The Bearcats improved to 11-10 (8-6 GLVC), while UIS dropped to 10-12 (5-9 GLVC).
"The difference in the game was perimeter shooting," said Coach Brock. "They started hot from three and seemed to hit a dagger every time we got in striking distance. They did a great job of limiting our shooters."
