Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Auto Butler Athlete Of Month: Kaylea Lacey Is Major Part Of Alton Girls Basketball Success

January 3 2025 at 3:46 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Senior forward Kaylea Lacey, who's been a major part of the Alton high girls basketball...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Male Athlete Of Month: Marquette Catholic Senior Balances Bowling and Academics

January 2 2025 at 4:18 PM

ALTON - Marquette Catholic High School senior Davin Thomas has been named a Tucker’s Automotive...

Stillwater Senior Living Female Athletes Of The Month: Granite City Cheerleaders Secure Top Spots As State Qualifiers

December 31 2024 at 1:10 PM

GRANITE CITY – The Granite City High School cheerleading program has showcased a mix...

Stillwater Senior Living Male Athlete Of Month: Antonio Dean III Takes Leadership Role For Granite City Boys Basketball Team

December 30 2024 at 3:57 PM

COLLINSVILLE - Antonio Dean III, who's a junior forward for the boys basketball team at Granite...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athlete Of Month: Running Passion Drives Cummins and McGivney Cross Country Team

December 30 2024 at 2:25 PM

GLEN CARBON — Father McGivney Catholic High School's girls cross country team has made a significant...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete of the Month: Coach Colona Praises Isaiah Kolmer's Tenacity

December 30 2024 at 2:03 PM

WOOD RIVER — Isaiah Kolmer recently wrapped up a noteworthy cross-country career with the East...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: Daisy Daugherty Shatters Roxana School Three-Point Record

December 30 2024 at 11:19 AM

ROXANA - Roxana junior Daisy Daugherty has made headlines with her exceptional performance on the...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athletes Of Month: CM Volleyball Stars Inspire Community With Leadership and Dedication

December 30 2024 at 7:35 AM

BETHALTO - Ten young women from the Civic Memorial volleyball program are being recognized for...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athletes Of Month: Explorers Dominate Red Bud To Secure Third Place

December 29 2024 at 11:31 PM

WATERLOO HOLIDAY TOURNAMENT MARQUETTE CATHOLIC 63, RED BUD 28: In the third-place game of...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athletes Of Month: Juner Green and Trevor Gihring Celebrate 100 Career Wins, Shells Team Shines

December 27 2024 at 4:13 PM

ROXANA - The Roxana Shells Athletic Department recently showcased their wrestling talent at...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: Gracie Darr: A Senior Leader Energizing Southwestern High Teams

December 27 2024 at 12:55 PM

PIASA - Gracie Darr, a standout athlete at Southwestern High School, is making waves this season...

Auto Butler Female Athlete Of Month: Jarius Powers Key to Redbirds' Strong Start This Season

December 26 2024 at 3:48 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Jarius Powers, a senior forward for the Alton girls basketball team, recently signed...

BJ's Printables Female Athlete Of Month: Annika Jenkins Plays Important Role As MELHS Setter

December 26 2024 at 3:22 PM

EDWARDSVILLE — Sophomore setter Annika Jenkins is optimistic about the Metro East Lutheran...

Stillwater Senior Living Male Athlete Of Month: Granite City Sophomore Landon Harris Shines at State Cross Country Championship

December 23 2024 at 3:24 PM

GRANITE CITY - Granite City High School sophomore Landon Harris was recognized by the Board of...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: East Alton-Wood River Student Balances Athletics and Academics

December 23 2024 at 3:10 PM

WOOD RIVER - Sierra Holbrook-Blair, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, is being recognized...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: Eagles Star Adam Ogden's Hard Work Pays Off

December 23 2024 at 2:45 PM

BETHALTO - Adam Ogden, a standout player for the Civic Memorial boys basketball team, recently achieved...

Jersey High School Wrestling Team Triumphs at Chaminade Tournament, Boys Are Sparklight Male Athletes Of Month

December 23 2024 at 11:00 AM

JERSEY - Jersey Community High School's wrestling team secured a notable victory at the Chaminade...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Male Athlete Of Month: Freshman Chase Jones Is Off To Strong Start For Explorers

December 22 2024 at 10:04 PM

GLEN CARBON - Chase Jones, a 6' 5" freshman guard for Marquette Catholic's boys basketball team,...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Miccah Butler Shows Leadership For Tigers

December 22 2024 at 9:57 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Junior shooting forward Miccah Butler himself is off the a great start for the 2024-2...

BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of Month: Jacob Kober Has Emerged As A Key Player For Knights

December 22 2024 at 9:39 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Jacob Kober, a senior point guard for the Metro-East Lutheran High boys basketball...

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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.