Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of Month: Eagles' Max Weber Makes History With Third Consecutive Regional Win

October 30 2025 at 3:20 PM

BETHALTO - Max Weber of Civic Memorial High School made history on Oct. 25, 2025, by becoming...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athlete Of Month: McGivney State Golf Champion Sarah Hyten Signs With Florida Gulf Coast

October 30 2025 at 2:57 PM

GLEN CARBON - Sarah Hyten recently won the IHSA Class 1A individual golf championship for Father...

Auto Butler Female Athlete of Month: Senior Ja'Kayla Steen Was A Leader For Alton Volleyball In 2025

October 30 2025 at 2:30 PM

ALTON — Ja'Kayla Steen, a senior middle hitter for the Alton High girls volleyball team, has...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athlete Of The Month: CM Girls Volleyball Coach Applauds Thomas’ Athletic and Leadership Success

October 28 2025 at 5:05 PM

BETHALTO - Kristie Ochs, head coach of the Civic Memorial girls volleyball team, highlighted the achievements...

Auto Butler Male Athlete Of Month: Alton Quarterback Cayden Robinson Led Redbirds With Determination

October 28 2025 at 3:15 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Alton football junior quarterback Cayden Robinson was a steady glue that helped...

BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of The Month: Ian Skelton Praised for Crucial Role In Knights' Offense

October 23 2025 at 1:16 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - There are many key contributors to Metro East Lutheran's football success in the...

BJ's Printables Female Athlete Of Month: Annika Jenkins Is Key To Metro-East Lutheran Volleyball Team

October 22 2025 at 5:20 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Annika Jenkins is a very experienced setter for the Metro-East Lutheran High...

BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of The Month: Knights' Center Tim Schilbe Commands Line and Boosts Team's Playoff Hopes

October 22 2025 at 3:12 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Tim Schilbe, a talented offensive and defensive lineman for the Metro-East Lutheran...

Auto Butler Male Athletes Of Month: Redbirds Football Squad Holds Its Own Early Against Tigers

October 20 2025 at 2:44 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - The Alton football Redbirds scored first and held the lead for a time, but eventually,...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Edwardsville QB Dean Williams Impresses in Key Starting Role

October 17 2025 at 11:14 AM

O'FALLON – Dean Williams, a junior who's also the backup quarterback for Edwardsville High's...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Ultra Senior Athlete Leads Roxana Volleyball With Skill and Speed

October 15 2025 at 4:23 PM

ROXANA - Daisy Daugherty, an ultra senior athlete at Roxana High School, is a Midwest Members Credit...

Spencer Homes Female Athletes Of Month: Edwardsville Girls Tennis Capture SWC Title

October 14 2025 at 11:32 AM

EDWARDSVILLE - Edwardsville's girls tennis squad appears primed and ready for the Friday and Saturday,...

Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: East Alton-Wood River's Brooke Moran Honored in Cheerleading

October 7 2025 at 11:48 AM

WOOD RIVER - Brooke Moran, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School, has been recognized for...

Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of Month: Magurany’s Athletic Skill and Academic Focus Inspire EAWR Community

October 7 2025 at 10:38 AM

WOOD RIVER - Keaton Magurany, a senior at East Alton-Wood River High School (EAWR), has been recognized...

Sparklight Male Athlete Of Month For Panthers: Junior Kaden Strohbeck Shines in Cross Country Season

October 6 2025 at 3:06 PM

JERSEYVILLE — Junior Kaden Strohbeck is making a notable impact in boys' cross country this...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athletes Of Month: Marquette Catholic Volleyball Girls Claim Riverton Title

October 6 2025 at 9:29 AM

RIVERTON - Marquette Catholic High School’s girls volleyball team captured its first Riverton...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Gavin Frey Scores Three Touchdowns In Edwardsville Win

September 29 2025 at 3:52 PM

BELLEVILLE - Senior wide receiver Gavin Frey caught perhaps the most important touchdown pass...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Service Female Athlete Of Month: Freshman Maggie Pruetzel Shines In Girls Golf Season

September 29 2025 at 9:58 AM

ALTON - Maggie Pruetzel, a freshman at Marquette Catholic High School, is being recognized for her...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of The Month: Vivian Zurheide Leads Southwestern Volleyball With Talents

September 24 2025 at 3:45 PM

PIASA - Derek Dempsey, coach of Southwestern High School's girls volleyball team, highlighted the contribution...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athlete Of Month: Senior Taylor Brooks Is Leader For Civic Memorial Cross Country

September 24 2025 at 3:35 PM

BETHALTO — Taylor Brooks, a senior at Civic Memorial High School, is off to a strong start...

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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.