Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Sparklight Male Athlete Of The Month: Cameron Judkins Breaks 11 Seconds In 100 Meters For Jersey Track

June 5 2026 at 2:40 PM

JERSEY - For four years, Cameron Judkins has been a key contributor to Jersey’s track and...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month: Lilly Hannigan Caps Another 'Dynamic' Track and Field Season At Marquette

June 4 2026 at 1:36 PM

ALTON — Lilly Hannigan, who recently completed her junior year at Marquette Catholic, has emerge...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Roxana Star Gianna Stassi Excels in Two Spring Sports

June 4 2026 at 11:17 AM

ROXANA - Roxana's Gianna Stassi is a powerful two-spring sports athlete for Roxana's Shells. In 2...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Mason Crump Closes Roxana Baseball Career With Record Legacy

June 4 2026 at 10:53 AM

ROXANA - Mason Crump finished his Roxana Shells baseball career with two hits and an RBI and now will...

Sparklight Male Athlete Of The Month: Colby Goetten Breaks Jersey Pole Vault Record Held Since 1977

June 3 2026 at 10:39 AM

JERSEYVILLE — Jersey sophomore Colby Goetten capped his pole vault season with a personal...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Blake Sorgea Builds Bright Future in Oilers Track

June 2 2026 at 2:17 PM

WOOD RIVER - Blake Sorgea, a junior at East Alton-Wood River High, is being recognized for track and...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: East Alton-Wood River Senior Honored for Soccer Success

June 2 2026 at 1:47 PM

WOOD RIVER - Kaylee Halleman of East Alton-Wood River High is being recognized for her girls' soccer...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Thor Springman Breaks 35-Year Southwestern School Record.

June 2 2026 at 1:12 PM

PIASA - Southwestern's Thor Springman concluded his season at the IHSA 1A Boys State Track and Field...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Soccer Player Madelyn Gordon Commits To Simpson College

June 2 2026 at 11:32 AM

PIASA - Madelyn Gordon has signed a letter of intent to play soccer for Simpson College in Indianola,...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athletes Of Month: Shells Capture Regional Baseball Championship

June 1 2026 at 11:47 AM

ROXANA — Roxana defeated Litchfield 6-5 in eight innings in the Class 2A regional final Saturday,...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Athletes Of The Month: Marquette Catholic Boys Win Regional Championship

May 31 2026 at 6:55 AM

ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School’s baseball team won its 19th regional championship...

Sparklight Male Athlete Of The Month: Jersey's Bradley Tueth Places Third In 400 Meters At State

May 30 2026 at 5:30 PM

CHARLESTON — Jersey’s Bradley Tueth delivered a career-best performance Saturday, May 30...

STATE CHAMPION AGAIN: Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: CM's Max Weber Wins IHSA 2A 3,200 State Title

May 30 2026 at 5:30 PM

CHARLESTON — Civic Memorial’s Max Weber created even more of a legacy in Bethalto on...

STATE CHAMPION: Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of The Month: Parker Owens Captures Top Place In Pole Vault

May 30 2026 at 5:07 PM

CHARLESTON — Edwardsville sophomore Parker Owens won the IHSA State Class 3A championship o...

Spencer Homes Male Athletes Of The Month: Tigers End Successful Boys Volleyball Season, Look Ahead To 2027

May 29 2026 at 4:49 PM

EDWARDSVILLE — Edwardsville’s boys volleyball season ended Thursday night, May 28, 2026,...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: Eagles' Tullio Zamperi Reaches 800 Final With Personal Best

May 29 2026 at 2:19 PM

CHARLESTON - Senior track and field star Tullio Zamperi is no stranger to statewide competitions, a...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: CM Junior Glenn Collins Advances In 800 Meters With 1:54.35 Clocking

May 29 2026 at 2:03 PM

CHARLESTON — Civic Memorial junior Glenn Collins advanced to the boys' 800-meter final Friday,...

BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of The Month: MELHS' Runner Jack Shank Blazes To State Finals Qualifying Mark In 1,600

May 28 2026 at 4:22 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Metro East Lutheran’s Jack Shank delivered one of the top performances in the...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athletes Of The Month: Father McGivney 4x800 Relay Reaches Class 1A Finals

May 28 2026 at 3:07 PM

CHARLESTON — Father McGivney Catholic’s boys 4x800-meter relay team advanced to the IHS...

Stillwater Senior Living Male Athlete Of The Month: Jacopo Salato Celebrated Before Regional Volleyball Contest

May 28 2026 at 11:25 AM

GRANITE CITY — Granite City High School senior exchange student Jacopo Salato was reunited wit...

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At Riverbender.com, the spirit of competition and sportsmanship comes alive as we honor the exceptional achievements of individual athletes across 12 distinguished local high school teams. Our Athlete of the Month feature shines a spotlight on those who have gone above and beyond on the field, displaying excellence, dedication, and a love for the game. From the relentless determination of the Edwardsville Tigers to the unwavering teamwork of the Alton Redbirds, we celebrate these athletes who inspire us all. Join us in recognizing the Athlete of the Month, a tribute to hard work, talent, and the vibrant sports community in our region. Explore profiles, interviews, highlights, and more, as we pay homage to the local heroes of our favorite sports.