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 Men's Basketball vs Montana State BillingsTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Concordia ChicagoStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs West Texas A&MTickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Quincy
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UIS Men's Basketball at Quincy
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Upper Iowa Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…

News

A graphic featuring UIS men's soccer team celebration and logo for UIS Athletics NCAA DII Anniversary series
Mar 10, 2026
Celebrating 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership at UIS: 2023 Men’s Soccer
As part of UIS Athletics' 15 Years of NCAA Division II Membership celebration, the department is highlighting 15 standout teams and 15 standout student…
Alexis Carroll pitching in blue UIS uniform
Mar 10, 2026
Prairie Stars Win Two at Ohio Dominican
Illinois Springfield softball (16-6) faced Ohio Dominican (6-8) in a doubleheader at Panther Field in Columbus, Ohio, on Tuesday, securing a 5-2 victory in the…
Cristina Mendoza Romero playing tennis
Mar 10, 2026
Women's Tennis Drops Tight 4-3 Match to Purdue Northwest
The UIS women's tennis team (3-7) dropped a narrow 4-3 decision to Purdue Northwest (4-6) on Friday at the Springfield Racquet…
Sacha Lamraski golfing
Mar 10, 2026
UIS Men’s Golf to Open Spring Season at Las Vegas Warrior Invitational
The UIS men's golf team is set to open its spring season this week at the Las Vegas Warrior Invitational, hosted by Winona State. The two-day event will be…
Elaine Grant golfing
Mar 09, 2026
Grant Leads UIS with Round of 70 on Opening Day of Spring Golf
Illinois Springfield women's golf opened play at UMSL's Emerald Coast Collegiate on Sunday with a team score of 328 in the first round at the Sandestin…
Women's basketball celebratory huddle
Mar 09, 2026
UIS Women's Basketball: 2025-26 Season Recap
The UIS Prairie Stars women's basketball team capped off an impressive 2025-26 season with a balanced 14-14 record and clear momentum under second-year head…
Tommy Atkinson at-bat
Mar 09, 2026
Prairie Stars Outslug Davenport to Win Series Finale
Illinois Springfield baseball (11-6) secured a 14-11 victory over Davenport (6-10) on Sunday at the UIS Baseball Field. The home team was powered by six…
Calista Stahlhut pitching
Mar 09, 2026
Prairie Stars Visit Ohio Dominican for Midweek Softball Action
UIS softball heads to Columbus, Ohio, for spring break action against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. UIS hosted the Panthers at the UIS Softball Capital City…