
Rick Lammerts Earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week Honors
Junior keeper Rick Lammerts earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week after a six‑save performance that helped UIndy start the season 2‑0.
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Junior keeper Rick Lammerts earns GLVC Defensive Player of the Week after a six‑save performance that helped UIndy start the season 2‑0.

The United Soccer Coaches Association has positioned the Lincoln Blue Tigers at No. 16 in its preseason Top 25, recognizing a program that reached the Sweet 16 last year and now faces a demanding slate of exhibition matches in Kentucky and a full conference calendar.

Under Coach Moses Harper’s third-year guidance, Lincoln University’s football program blends seasoned leadership with fresh talent, aiming to overturn a modest preseason forecast and build a lasting legacy.

Coach Moses Harper’s third year brings a focus on depth and togetherness, with senior Marcus Harris and transfer Mark Gorbatenko stepping into leadership roles ahead of the August 29 season opener.

Quincy University’s football team is forecast to finish fifth in the GLVC preseason poll for 2026, matching last year’s result as the Hawks prepare for a road opener against Concordia‑St. Paul.

The Great Lakes Valley Conference revealed the lineup for its annual Football Kickoff event, set for July 31 on the campus of McKendree University, featuring a series of engaging activities and social media coverage

The Great Lakes Valley Conference will host its annual Football Kickoff on July 31 in Lebanon, Illinois, featuring University of Indianapolis representatives and a preview of the conference's 15th season.
The Lady Panthers announce a full slate of games, from a Puerto Rico preseason trip to a St. Joseph championship, highlighting key matchups and the return of All‑GLVC talent.
The Great Lakes Valley Conference, Drury University and the Springfield Sports Commission have teamed up to bring the GLVC soccer tournaments to Springfield through 2028, highlighting the city’s growing sports infrastructure and Drury’s historic role in the competition.

Austin Bode's record-breaking season culminates in a prestigious Academic All-America First Team selection, All-America Second Team accolade, and a Midwest Region championship with his teammates.

Keegan Boom has been appointed head coach of the IU Indianapolis men's soccer program, succeeding Sid van Druenen. With a strong playing background, multilingual fluency, and a proven recruiting record, Boom aims to elevate the Jaguars into Horizon League contenders.

The university announced Boom's promotion, highlighting his extensive experience and multilingual background.

Quincy University will add women's flag football as a varsity sport in the 2027‑28 academic year, bringing the total number of sports to 29 and reflecting the rapid growth of the discipline across the Midwest.
The University of Illinois Springfield’s baseball squad earns a top seed and the softball standout sets new career marks, heralding an exciting week for Prairie Stars athletics.