Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Altonized Community Federal Credit Union: Birds' Mason Cougill's Hard Work Pays Off with College Signing

April 7 2025 at 3:23 PM

PIASA - Mason Cougill, a standout guard and defensive tackle at Southwestern High School, has officiall...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athlete Of Month: Patrick Gierer Stars On Griffins' Volleyball and Soccer Squads

April 7 2025 at 3:09 PM

GLEN CARBON - Patrick Gierer, a sophomore hitter for the boys' volleyball team at Father McGivney...

Sparklight Male Athlete Of Month: Shea Herrera Commits To Crown College For Football and His Education

April 7 2025 at 11:51 AM

JERSEYVILLE - Shea Herrera, a standout athlete from Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100,...

Sparklight Female Athlete Of Month: Ari Leslie Shines On Volleyball Court, Earns Scholarship To I.C.

April 7 2025 at 11:31 AM

JERSEYVILLE - Ari Leslie, a standout athlete and libero from Jersey Community Unit School District...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athlete Of Month: Deacon White Recognized For Leadership And Football Skills

April 7 2025 at 11:10 AM

PIASA - Deacon White, a recent standout linebacker from Southwestern High School, has been named...

Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month: Southwestern Coach Praises Maddy Fensterman's Stellar Performance

April 4 2025 at 1:53 PM

PIASA - Maddy Fensterman, a senior center fielder and lead-off hitter for the Southwestern High...

Auto Butler Female Athlete Of The Month For Redbirds: Rayna Raglin Records First At Top Times Meet In 60 Meters

April 3 2025 at 2:26 PM

ALTON - The Alton Redbirds sprinter Rayna Raglin is off to an unbelievable start this track and fiel...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athletes Of The Month: Griffins Boys' Track Team Makes History At Top Times Meet

April 3 2025 at 1:48 PM

BLOOMINGTON - The Father McGivney Catholic boys' track and field team made history at the Illinois...

Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athlete Of Month: Indoor Track and Field Championships Showcase Grifins' Lilly Gilbertson's Talent

April 3 2025 at 1:34 PM

BLOOMINGTON — Father McGivney's Lilly Gilbertson emerged as a standout performer at the Illinois...

Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of The Month: Chase Butler's Versatile Skills Are A Key To Civic Memorial Baseball Success

April 3 2025 at 11:48 AM

BETHALTO — Chase Butler showcased his skills on the baseball diamond early this week, recording...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Catcher Max Waltenberger Off To Great Start With Tigers Baseball Squad

March 31 2025 at 2:02 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Senior catcher and designated hitter Max Waltenberger is off to a great start with...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of Month: Blakely Hockett Is Striker, One Of Captains For Tigers Girls Soccer Team

March 29 2025 at 7:43 AM

EDWARDSVILLE - Blakely Hockett is a senior striker, and one of the three captains for the Edwardsville...

Tucker's Automotive Repair & Tire Female Athlete Of The Month: Explorers' Karly Davenport Shatters Three School Indoor Records at Jersey Meet

March 25 2025 at 11:30 AM

ELSAH — Marquette Catholic High School junior Karly Davenport made headlines this weekend by...

Midwest Members Male Athlete Of Month For Shells: Bowler Caleb Wonders Achieves Remarkable 210 Season Average

March 24 2025 at 4:33 PM

ROXANA — The Roxana Shells Athletic Department celebrated the achievements of senior bowler...

Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of Month: Riley Nelson Off To Great Start As Edwardsville Softball Pitcher, Is 2-0

March 24 2025 at 2:52 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Riley Nelson, a senior pitcher for the Edwardsville High softball team, is off...

Auto Butler Male Athlete Of Month: Redbirds' Jones Celebrates Successful Wrestling Season

March 21 2025 at 2:07 PM

ALTON - Austin Jones, a freshman at Alton High School, showcased his wrestling skills at the 29th...

Spencer Homes Female Athletes Of Month: Edwardsville Seniors Provided Energy Boost To Team In 2024-2025 Season

March 21 2025 at 1:28 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Alandyn Simmons and Layne Logan, the two seniors on the Edwardsville girls basketball...

Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month: Lucas Krebs Is Important Returnee To Edwardsville Baseball Team

March 21 2025 at 1:19 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Lucas Krebs is a senior returning infielder for the Edwardsville baseball team,...

Sparklight Male Athletes Of Month: Jersey Community Middle School Wrestling Team Celebrates Historic Season

March 19 2025 at 5:12 PM

JERSEY - The Jersey Community Middle School wrestling team has concluded a historic season under...

Auto Butler Female Athlete Of Month: Kyridas Orr Was Valuable Sixth Player For Alton Girls Basketball Team

March 19 2025 at 4:30 PM

GRANITE CITY - Kyridas Orr, a junior reserve guard for the Alton girls' basketball team, was a...

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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.