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 Upper IowaStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball at Lincoln
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UIS Men's Basketball at Lincoln of Missouri
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UIS Women's Basketball vs Drury Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…
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UIS Men's Basketball vs DruryStreaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/tickets
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UIS Women's Basketball vs McKendree Streaming Video: https://glvcsn.com/uis/Tickets: https://uisprairiestars.com/sports/2024/4/19/hometown…

News

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Nov 02, 2026
Illinois Springfield Announces Men’s Soccer Program Leadership Change
Illinois Springfield announced Graham Shaw will not return as the men's soccer head coach. Shaw joined the program in 2024 and led the Prairie Stars for three…
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Nov 02, 2026
This Week in Athletics: Nov. 2-8
UIS has an exciting week of athletics ahead from Nov. 2-8, with women's basketball in action and volleyball and men's and women's cross country closing out the…
UIS Volleyball team huddle
Oct 31, 2026
Khadijah Blue Leads UIS With 17 Kills at Upper Iowa
UIS Volleyball (7-18, 1-10 GLVC) lost to Upper Iowa (13-11, 6-6 GLVC) 3-2 on Saturday. The Prairie Stars won the first and third sets 25-19 and 25-20, but…
UIS Basketball player goes for a layup
Oct 31, 2026
UIS Women's Basketball Takes the Court Against Illinois in Exhibition Matchup
Illinois Springfield Women's Basketball played Illinois in an exhibition Friday night at the State Farm Center. The No. 23/22-ranked Fighting Illini won 88-44.…
UIS Volleyball players go up for a block
Oct 30, 2026
Illinois Springfield Falls to Truman State 3-0
Illinois Springfield (7-17, 1-9 GLVC) fell to Truman State (12-12, 6-5 GLVC) 3-0 on Thursday at Pershing Arena in Kirksville, Mo. The Prairie Stars were held…
Marley Christy, UIS volleyball setter
Oct 29, 2026
UIS Volleyball Continues Road Swing at Truman State, Upper Iowa
The Illinois Springfield volleyball team continues its road swing this week with a pair of GLVC matchups. The Prairie Stars visit Truman State on Thursday at 6…
Jorden Williams, point guard for UIS men's basketball on court at Iowa
Oct 28, 2026
Prairie Stars Take on Iowa in Exhibition Matchup
UIS Men's Basketball faced a Big Ten opponent on Tuesday night, taking on Iowa in an exhibition matchup at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa. The Prairie Stars…
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Oct 26, 2026
This Week in UIS Athletics: Oct. 26 – Nov. 2
UIS Athletics looks to another exciting week as the fall season begins to transition into the winter. This week marks the start of basketball for UIS. Both men…