Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Sparklight Female Athletes Of The Month: Panthers Senior Athletes Shine in Jersey Community High School Track and Field Meet

April 30 2026 at 2:38 PM

JERSEYVILLE — Jersey Community High School’s girls track and field team...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: After a Standout Career at Southwestern, Maci Timpe Signs With L&C

April 30 2026 at 10:26 AM

PIASA - Maci Timpe signed a letter of intent to play softball at Lewis and Clark Community College,...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Dalton Carriker Excels in Baseball and Football at Roxana High

April 29 2026 at 4:05 PM

ROXANA - Roxana High School senior Dalton Carriker is concluding his athletic career in style this...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of The Month: Nathan Bukovac Has Two Hits, Four RBIs In Big Win Over Parkway South

April 28 2026 at 3:44 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Junior outfielder Nathan Bukovac had a great day at the plate on April 25, 2026, whe...

Stillwater Senior Living Female Athlete Of The Month: Charlee Schwaller Leads Granite In Scoring

April 28 2026 at 3:38 PM

GRANITE CITY - Charlee Schwaller is one of the key players for the girls' soccer team at Granite...

Spencer Homes Male Athletes Of The Month: Edwardsville High Boys Tennis Senior Leaders Shine

April 27 2026 at 12:22 PM

EDWARDSVILLE — Edwardsville High School boys tennis coach Dave Lipe said the program’s...

Auto Butler Male Athlete Of The Month: Redbirds Tennis Star Joe Ventimiglia Shines in Springfield Tournament

April 27 2026 at 11:57 AM

ALTON - Alton High School boys tennis coach Jesse Macias has nominated senior Joe Ventimiglia...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of The Month: Edwardsville Striker Thea Dimitroff Enjoying Great Season

April 27 2026 at 10:51 AM

GRANITE CITY - Edwardsville senior Thea Dimitroff has been among the leaders for the Tigers...

Byron, Carlson, Petri and Kalb Female Athlete of the Month for the Griffins: Bella Redenius Breaks Six Minutes in 1,600 Meters

April 21 2026 at 3:31 PM

GLEN CARBON - Bella Redenius continues to build momentum in the middle- and distance events, most...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Gina Truax Dominates Hurdles At East Alton-Wood River

April 21 2026 at 1:58 PM

WOOD RIVER - Gina Truax, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, is being recognized for trac...

Auto Butler Female Athlete Of The Month: Hubbard Captures Top Track Athlete At Granite City Freshman-Sophomore Invite

April 21 2026 at 11:38 AM

ALTON — Alton High School freshman Leah Hubbard has opened the 2026 track and field season with...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of The Month: Maberry Will Be Remembered As One Of The Best Three-Sport Athletes Ever At Roxana

April 21 2026 at 10:27 AM

ROXANA — Roxana senior Sean Maberry is being recognized for his spring performance with the...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month: Marquette Catholic Senior Excels In Shot Put

April 20 2026 at 11:50 AM

ALTON - Jami Jones, a senior at Marquette Catholic High School, is being recognized for her accomplishments...

Sparklight Male Athlete Of The Month: Jersey's Bradley Tueth Sets New 400-Meter School Record

April 20 2026 at 10:20 AM

GRANITE CITY — Jersey junior Bradley Tueth set a new school record in the 400 meters at the...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete Of Month: Father McGivney High Senior Liam Schmidt Shines in Multi-Sport Athletics

April 16 2026 at 2:02 PM

GLEN CARBON - Father McGivney Catholic High School senior Liam Schmidt was honored as one of...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month: Marquette's Isabel Hough Excels In Multiple Sports And Academics

April 16 2026 at 11:08 AM

ALTON - Isabel (Izzi) Grace Hough, a junior at Marquette Catholic High School, is being recognized...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of The Month: Marley Fox Is Pitching Lights Out For Tigers Softball Team

April 16 2026 at 10:34 AM

EDWARDSVILLE — Marley Fox is emerging as the ace of the Edwardsville High School softball pitching...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: Freshman Sydney Timpe Has Fabulous Game Against Explorers

April 15 2026 at 4:05 PM

PIASA — Southwestern freshman pitcher Sydney Timpe delivered a dominant complete-game performance...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Male Athlete Of Month: Marquette Catholic Tennis Undefeated After Win Over Hillsboro

April 15 2026 at 10:35 AM

ALTON - Marquette Catholic boys tennis notched another big triumph over Hillsboro 9-0 on Monday,...

Auto Butler Male Athlete Of The Month: Jack Puent Provides Senior Leadership To Push Alton Baseball Club

April 14 2026 at 10:44 AM

EDWARDSVILLE - Jack Puent is a senior infielder/outfielder/pitcher with the Alton High baseball...

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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.