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.

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.

  • Volleyball
  • Esports

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.

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.

students canoeing

Events

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UIS Women's Cross Country Midwest Regional Championship
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UIS Women's Basketball at Wisconsin-ParksideTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown-ticketing.aspx
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UIS Men's Basketball at Cedarville
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UIS Women's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Men's Basketball at Lewis
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Indianapolis - EDUCATION DAYStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports…

News

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…
Molly Knight playing basketball
Dec 30, 2025
UIS Women’s Basketball Returns from Break for Conference Matchup vs. UIndy
The UIS women's basketball team returns to action on Friday afternoon, hosting the Indianapolis Greyhounds at TRAC in a 4:00 p.m. GLVC matchup as conference…
This Week in UIS Athletics, UIS Athletics logo, Navy background and gold accents
Dec 29, 2025
This Week in UIS Athletics | Dec. 29-Jan. 4
UIS wraps up 2025 and rolls into 2026 right back at TRAC with conference basketball action. The Prairie Stars return to competition with a midweek men's game…
Adidas Davis playing basketball at UIS
Dec 29, 2025
UIS Men’s Basketball Hosts Two Home Games This Week
The UIS men's basketball team will wrap up its winter non-conference schedule with a 1:00 p.m. home game against William Woods on New Year's Eve at TRAC. Then,…
Jordan Rice point guard
Dec 22, 2025
Prairie Stars Fall to Missouri Baptist in Double Overtime
llinois Springfield (7-4, 4-0 GLVC) fell to Missouri Baptist (10-3, 5-1) in a 79-77 double-overtime loss Sunday at TRAC. The game counted as an official…