Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Altonized Community Federal Credit Union: Kallal’s Consistent Improvement Boosts Southwestern's Cross Country Season

December 16 2025 at 2:52 PM

PIASA — Southwestern High School freshman Chase Kallal concluded a notable cross country season...

Auto Butler Male Athlete Of Month: Alton's Stampley’s Decision Regarding South Dakota State University Based On More Than Basketball

December 16 2025 at 7:00 AM

ALTON – It’s been official since before the 2025-26 basketball season started, but Semaj...

BJ's Printables Female Athletes of the Month: Katie Albrecht and Dani Spann Lead Bowling Honors at MELHS

December 15 2025 at 4:19 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Metro-East Lutheran High School’s girls bowling team earned recognition...

BJ's Printables Male Athlete of the Month: Lucas Abbott Leads Metro East Lutheran Boys Cross Country

December 15 2025 at 3:39 PM

EDWARDSVILLE — Lucas Abbott, a junior boys' cross country runner at Metro East Lutheran High...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: Collins Posts Personal Best at State Cross Country Meet

December 15 2025 at 2:46 PM

BETHALTO — Civic Memorial's Glenn Collins is preparing for a standout track and field season...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month: Marquette Catholic Senior Allie Weiner Excels in Basketball

December 15 2025 at 2:23 PM

ALTON - Allie Weiner, a senior at Marquette Catholic High School, has been recognized for her achievements...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Miccah Butler Is Key Senior Player For Edwardsville Boys Basketball Team

December 12 2025 at 4:04 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Miccah Butler, a senior shooting guard for the Edwardsville boys basketball team,...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of The Month: Brady Niemi Is One Of Most Improved Players On Edwardsville's Boys Basketball Team

December 10 2025 at 12:31 PM

EAST ST. LOUIS - Brady Niemi, a sharpshooter senior point guard who plays on the boys basketball...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Male Athlete Of Month: Barnard is Recognized For His Bowling Success For Explorers

December 8 2025 at 12:51 PM

ALTON — Corbin Radford Barnard, a senior at Marquette Catholic High School, is being recognized...

Stillwater Senior Living Male Athlete Of Month: Brewer Is Leader Of Granite City Boys Basketball Squad

December 7 2025 at 10:58 PM

GRANITE CITY - Evan Brewer, a senior center for Granite City High's boys basketball team, is off...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of The Month for Tigers: Ciara Cunningham Signs To Play Volleyball At Oral Roberts University

December 7 2025 at 10:45 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Ciara Cunningham, a senior hitter who helped Edwardsville advance to the IHSA Class...

Stillwater Senior Living Male Athletes Of Month: Granite City Warriors Boys Basketball Squad Secures Third Win of Season

December 5 2025 at 9:44 AM

GRANITE CITY - The Granite City Warriors boys basketball team is showing great potential with three...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of Month: Softball Catcher Remi Werden Signs With Lake Land College

December 4 2025 at 4:34 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Senior softball catcher Remi Werden of the Edwardsville High team signed a letter...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athlete Of The Month: CM Girls Cross Country Benefits From Wiley’s Leadership

December 1 2025 at 2:15 PM

BETHALTO - Olivia Wiley, a sophomore cross country runner, was recognized as the Civic Memorial Femal...

Freshman Elle Willenborg Shines For Griffins – Is a Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Athlete of the Month for McGivney

November 27 2025 at 9:00 AM

GLEN CARBON – The Father McGivney Catholic High School girls basketball team rosters eight...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athletes Of The Month: CM Senior Cheerleaders Recognized for Athletic Excellence

November 25 2025 at 4:23 PM

BETHALTO — Civic Memorial High School recently saluted its senior cheerleaders for their contributions...

Sparklight Female Athletes Of The Month For Jersey: Four Volleyball Players Honored For Efforts

November 25 2025 at 3:51 PM

JERSEYVILLE — Four players from Jersey’s girls volleyball team were recently named...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of Month: Jasiah Brown Excels In Three Sports For Oilers

November 24 2025 at 3:57 PM

WOOD RIVER - Jasiah Brown, a junior at East Alton-Wood River High School (EAWR), is being recognized...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: East Alton-Wood River Senior Excels in Multiple Sports

November 24 2025 at 3:47 PM

WOOD RIVER - Averi Gilliam, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, has been in basketball...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athletes Of The Month: Roxana Boys Cross Country Qualifies For State Again

November 24 2025 at 1:25 PM

ROXANA - The Roxana boys' cross country team placed second in the regional with 69 points, and that...

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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.