UIS Prairie Stars

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As Prairie Stars, we enjoy every day; mindful that we are here to learn, work, play and win. We challenge ourselves and draw strength from each other in a sustained effort to become champions in the classroom and competition. We actively collaborate with our campus and community through the sharing of expertise and resources in advancing strategic partnerships that benefit the larger community. We hold ourselves and others to the highest standard of civility, dignity and compassion while embracing the principles of equality and inclusion.

Campus Recreation

The Department of Campus Recreation provides recreational and wellness opportunities to enrich the lives of our students and the UIS community. We are also an Institutional Member of the NIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation.

The UIS campus sports multiple indoor and outdoor facilities:

  • The Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC)
  • Cricket Field
  • Challenge Course
  • Disc Golf Course
  • Kiwanis Stadium Basketball Court
  • REC Park
  • South Fields
  • Sport Club Field
  • Student Life Build Gymnasium
  • Tennis Courts

Sport Clubs

Campus Recreation oversees all Sport Club operations on campus by providing guidance and financial assistance. Below is a current list of available sport clubs.

Intramurals

Intramural sports are structured individual, dual and team sport competitive activities scheduled for Rec Members with a valid UIS I-card. Campus Recreation utilizes IMLeagues to manage its Intramural Program.

Fitness & Wellness

The state-of-the-art Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC) is a 72,000 square-foot facility managed by the Department of Campus Recreation and houses the offices of UIS Intercollegiate Athletics.  TRAC boasts a 23,000 square-foot arena available for multiple indoor sports, three fitness areas, a Multi-Purpose Room and two racquetball/squash courts. TRAC also serves as the home of UIS Men’s and Women’s Basketball and UIS Women’s Volleyball.

To help promote health and fitness, Campus Recreation offers personal training, fitness assessments, group fitness and a campus-wide wellness initiative that promotes wellness in all aspects of life.

students canoeing

Outdoor Adventures

Campus Recreation developed an Outdoor Adventure program to provide an enjoyable, challenging, meaningful and educational experience that will allow individuals and groups to learn the skills necessary for survival and safety in the outdoors as well as develop an appreciation for the environment. Outdoor Adventure trips are led by experienced trip leaders and are open to students and recreation members.


Events

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UIS Women's Soccer at Drury - Start time postponed 1 hour due to heat index.
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UIS Men's Soccer at Drury - Start time postponed 1 hour due to heat index.Streaming Video: https://www.glvcsn.com/Tickets: https://…
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UIS Volleyball vs Central MissouriStreaming Video: https://www.themiaanetwork.com/mwsugriffons/Tickets: https://gogriffons.com/sports/2020/…
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UIS Volleyball vs Missouri WesternStreaming Video: https://www.themiaanetwork.com/mwsugriffons/Tickets: https://gogriffons.com/sports/2020/…
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UIS Men's Soccer at St. Cloud StateStreaming Video: https://flosports.link/4fHA2x8
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UIS Volleyball vs Arkansas Tech Streaming Video: https://www.themiaanetwork.com/mwsugriffons/Tickets: https://gogriffons.com/sports/2020/10…

News

Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month, December 2025 - Kayla Rice
Jan 07, 2026
Kayla Rice Earns Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month Honors for December
Kayla Rice has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for December 2025 after a standout six-game stretch that showcased her ability to score…
A photo of 2018 UIS Volleyball celebrating, 15 Years of NCAA DII Anniversary Series logo
Jan 06, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of Division II Membership: 2018 Volleyball
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student-…
3.63 DEPARTMENT GPA, UIS ATHLETICS
Jan 06, 2026
Prairie Stars Set Record-High Department GPA with 3.63 for Fall 2025
The University of Illinois Springfield Athletics Department is proud to announce a record-high department GPA of 3.63 for the Fall 2025 semester — the highest…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Jan 05, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics | Jan. 5-11
The UIS basketball teams, coming off Friday night's sweep of UIndy, enter a full week of GLVC competition on the road. Follow along on uisprairiestars.com or…
Brooke Spychalski playing basketball in white UIS uniform
Jan 03, 2026
UIS Women's Basketball Rallies Past UIndy Behind Dominant Third Quarter
Illinois Springfield women's basketball (5-8, 2-3 GLVC) defeated Indianapolis (1-11, 0-4 GLVC), 60-50, with a decisive 24-5 third-quarter advantage while…
Alex Stell playing basketball at UIS
Jan 03, 2026
Prairie Stars Stay Unbeaten in GLVC With Win Over UIndy
Illinois Springfield men's basketball (9-4, 5-0 GLVC) defeated Indianapolis (5-7, 3-1 GLVC), 91-74, on Friday night at The Recreation and Athletic Center in a…
Jorden Williams playing basketball at UIS
Dec 31, 2025
Prairie Stars Roll Past William Woods in 108-67 Win
The Illinois Springfield men's basketball team decisively defeated William Woods 108-67 on Wednesday afternoon at TRAC. The result marked the 33rd 100-point…
AJ Golembiewski, Assistant Athletics Director for Fan Engagement and Revenue Development
Dec 30, 2025
AJ Golembiewski Named Assistant Athletics Director for Fan Engagement and Revenue Development
The UIS Athletic Department has hired AJ Golembiewski as Assistant Athletics Director for Fan Engagement and Revenue Development. Golembiewski joined the…