Illinois Springfield men's soccer fell 2-0 to UAH in a road matchup at Charger Park on Thursday evening. The season opener featured nine of the starting eleven players making their first regular-season appearance for the Prairie Stars.
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The 10th Annual Prairie Stars Invitational is set to take place on Friday, September 5th with the women's 5K race starting at 5:30 p.m. Hosted by Illinois Springfield, this exciting event will unfold at the UIS Cross Country Course located on the east side of the UIS campus, just off University Drive.
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The University of Illinois Springfield has announced the appointment of Lisa Cook as the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development. Cook will spearhead fundraising efforts and serve as the athletic department's liaison to the Division of Advancement. She began the role on Tuesday, Sept. 4. 
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The UIS volleyball team will kick off its 2025 season as hosts of the Illinois National Guard UIS Invitational on Friday, Sept. 5, and Saturday, Sept. 6, at The Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC) on the UIS campus. The tournament schedule has been adjusted due to changes in participating teams.

Tournament Schedule
Friday, Sept. 5

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The UIS men's golf team competed Tuesday at the Arch Cup at Gateway National in Madison, Ill., finishing fourth among eight schools in the 36-hole tournament.

The Prairie Stars posted a team score of 15 over par, following rounds of 11 over and four over. Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) won with a score of six under par, followed by Drury at six over and Lewis at 13 over.
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The UIS men's soccer team begins its 2025 campaign on Thursday, Sept. 4, with a road contest at Alabama-Huntsville. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. at Charger Field, and the match will stream live on FloCollege.

The Prairie Stars are coming off a 5-8-5 record in 2024 and will look to make a strong start in non-conference play. Thursday's matchup is the first opportunity for UIS to showcase its retooled roster and set the tone for the fall.

Key Players to Watch:
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The Illinois Springfield men's golf team is set to kick off its fall season at the Arch Cup, taking place on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The event will begin with tee times starting at 8:00 a.m. at Gateway National Golf Club in Madison, Ill.

This competition marks a significant milestone as it is the first for UIS under the direction of the program's new head coach, Josh Edison. Coach Edison steps into his role with the team bringing a fresh perspective to the UIS golf program.
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The first week of the fall regular season is here, and it's packed with action on campus and on the road! Fans will get their first official look at newly shaped Prairie Stars squads in soccer, volleyball, golf, and cross country. Plenty of chances to show your support—whether at TRAC, Kiwanis Stadium, or out on the UIS Cross Country Course.

Tuesday, Sept. 2
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The UIS Athletic Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Shaina Ford as the new Head Cheer Coach. Ford brings her expertise and vision to the UIS athletic department, where she will lead the cheer program in supporting college athletics and fostering campus pride. 
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The UIS women's golf team is excited to unveil its 2025 fall schedule, marking a fresh chapter under the guidance of first-year head coach Josh Edison. The Prairie Stars are set to compete in a series of challenging tournaments that promise to set an exhilarating tone for the upcoming non-championship season.

The fall campaign begins with the UIndy Fall Invitational on Sept. 8-9 at the Champions Pointe in Henryville, Indiana. This opening event will provide an early test for the team as they face off against some formidable competition.
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