The Illinois Springfield women's track team competed at the GVSU Big Meet on Friday, facing a strong field from across the region. The Prairie Stars showed depth in sprint, middle, and distance events, highlighted by another school-record performance from senior Madelyn Miller-Ross.
The UIS baseball team (4-0) edged Florida Southern (2-7) with a 3-2 victory on Friday night at Henley Field in Lakeland, Fla. The game was highlighted by a sixth-inning surge by the Prairie Stars, where they scored two runs to take the lead. This victory marks the first time UIS has started the season 4-0 since 2021.
The game was scoreless through the first three innings, but UIS took the lead in the fourth when Corey Boyette hit a solo home run to right field. Florida Southern matched that run in the bottom of the inning with an RBI single.
The Illinois Springfield men's track team competed at the GVSU Big Meet on Friday, taking on a competitive field from the Midwest and beyond. The Prairie Stars showed depth in the 5,000 meters, Friday's main open event, and will return to action on Saturday for more racing.
Following a pair of wins on Friday, the Illinois Springfield softball team completed a perfect 4-0 weekend at the 2026 UIS Springfield Clinic Classic, defeating Thomas More twice at the Springfield Clinic Dome at Scheels Sports Park.
UIS improved to 7-3 overall with a 5-3 comeback win in game one, followed by an 8-2 victory in the second game to close the weekend without a loss.
GAME ONE | W, 5-3
Following the 2026 UIS Springfield Clinic Classic softball tournament, an All‑Tournament Team has been selected to recognize the top student‑athletes from this weekend's competition.
The hosting Prairie Stars went a perfect 4-0 at the Classic, while both Missouri S&T and Indianapolis finished 2-0 against the field of in‑region opponents.
All-Tournament Team
Rosie Bartletti, P/UT, Illinois Springfield
Trista Grobe, P/UT, Missouri S&T
The Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars return to action Saturday with a road matchup against the Indianapolis Greyhounds, marking the second meeting between the two teams this season. Tipoff is set for 2:00 p.m. CT (3:00 p.m. ET) in Indianapolis.
Illinois Springfield (15-8, 11-4 GLVC)
UIS enters the weekend positioned among the top teams in the GLVC standings, one of six 11-win teams closely trailing the 12-3 Rockhurst Hawks.
The Illinois Springfield Prairie Stars return to action Saturday with a road matchup against the Indianapolis Greyhounds. Tipoff is set for 12:00 p.m. CT (1:00 p.m. ET) in Indianapolis.
Illinois Springfield (10-13, 7-8 GLVC)
UIS enters the weekend looking to level its conference record, leaning into a style of play that has been most effective when the Prairie Stars control pace and apply defensive pressure.
The Illinois Springfield men's tennis team also opens its home schedule Saturday at 10 a.m., hosting Michigan Tech in a simultaneous matchup with the women's team. The Prairie Stars' men's and women's programs will share the courts at home seven times this season.
Illinois Springfield (2-3)
UIS enters the match with momentum after a 4-3 road victory at Thomas More. The Prairie Stars dropped the doubles point but rallied with four singles wins to claim the overall match.
The Illinois Springfield women's tennis team returns home Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. to face Michigan Tech in the Prairie Stars' official home opener at Springfield Racquet and Fitness Club. The match is the first of seven combined home dates for the UIS men's and women's programs this season, giving fans multiple opportunities to support the Prairie Stars.
Illinois Springfield (1-4)
The Illinois Springfield softball team (5-3) showcased an impressive performance to start the UIS Springfield Clinic Classic on Thursday afternoon, securing a decisive 13-1 victory over Lake Erie (0-1) in its first game and following it up with a 6-0 win in the second game against the same opponent at the new Springfield Clinic Dome at Scheels Sports Park.
GAME ONE | W, 13-1