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Innovate Springfield to host startup pitch competition at UIS on April 25

WHAT: Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield’s business incubator, will host the New Venture Challenge, a startup pitch competition that will bring together students, entrepreneurs and community members to showcase innovative business ideas, compete for prizes and connect with potential investors. The event is free and open to the public.

Prairie Stars to Host Saints on Tuesday Afternoon

Before resuming its GLVC slate at Upper Iowa this weekend, the UIS baseball team will welcome the Maryville Saints to the UIS Baseball Field for a midweek non-conference matchup. Last Tuesday's meeting between the teams was a 13-6 win for UIS, where the Prairie Stars' bats came alive in the late innings while strong pitching secured the victory. Another competitive matchup is expected this time around. Illinois Springfield (16-10, 10-5 GLVC)

Taylor Zawacki Earns GLVC Player of the Week Honors

UIS senior utility player Taylor Zawacki was named the GLVC Softball Player of the Week after a dominant offensive performance in four conference games last weekend.

UIS Men's Golf in Second Place After Round One of Flyers Spring Invitational

The UIS men's golf team is in second place after the first round of the Flyers Spring Invitational, posting a team score of 301 (+13). The Prairie Stars sit four strokes behind leaders Davenport, who finished with a 297 (+9). The final round is set for Tuesday at Cog Hill Golf and Country Club.

UIS Women's Golf in Fourth Place After Round One of Flyers Spring Invitational

The UIS women's golf team finished the first round of the Flyers Spring Invitational in fourth place with a team score of 328 (+40). The final round is scheduled for Tuesday at Cantigny Golf Club.