Athletics News

Mike Hermann's Notes From the Prairie
Jun 16, 2025
Notes From the Prairie
Dear Prairie Star Nation,   As I reach the one-year mark since I joined the UIS team on June 16, 2024, I wanted to share some thoughts on the first year and…
Zach Jadzak Assistant men's Basketball Coach
Jun 13, 2025
Zack Jadzak Named UIS Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach
The UIS men's basketball program has announced the hiring of Zack Jadzak as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season. Jadzak brings a wealth of experience…
Mark Kattula, Mack Clark, and Adam Lindsey, CSC Academic All-District
Jun 11, 2025
Three Prairie Stars Earn CSC Academic All-District Honors in Baseball
The College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District baseball teams have been announced, with three Prairie Stars earning the honor for their combined…
Softball CSC Academic All-District
Jun 10, 2025
Five from UIS Softball Named CSC Academic All-District
The College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District softball teams have been announced, with five Prairie Stars earning the honor for their combined…
5K runners taking off from start line
Jun 09, 2025
Superhero Hustle 5K Set for June 28; UIS Soccer a Beneficiary
The Superhero Hustle 5K, hosted by Downtown Kiwanis and presented by Springfield Clinic, is set for Saturday, June 28, at Scheels in Springfield. Proceeds…
Mark DeCicco pitching in GLVC tournament
Jun 03, 2025
Mark DeCicco Named Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Month for May
Prairie Stars pitcher Mark DeCicco has been named the Jimmy John's Athlete of the Month for May, following a pair of standout performances that capped off a…