Athlete of the Month: Celebrating Excellence in Local Sports Teams

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Alton Outfielder Jordan Watsek Was Key Part Of Birds' Softball Team, Is An Auto Butler Female Athlete Of The Month

June 28 2024 at 10:35 AM

ALTON – Senior outfielder Jordan Watsek has emerged as a key player for the Alton High softball...

Warriors' Stillwater Senior Living Female Athlete Of Month Audrey Barnes Shines In Freshman Wrestling Season With 28 Wins

June 28 2024 at 8:18 AM

GRANITE CITY – Audrey Barnes, an incoming sophomore at Granite City High School, wrapped up...

Edwardsville Swimmer Braxton Tite Relishes Summer Fun, He Is A Spencer Homes Male Athlete Of Month

June 27 2024 at 5:12 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Braxton Tite had an outstanding Southwest Illinois Swimming Association Relays Meet...

Adam Broekemeier Records Excellent Track Season, He Is A BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of Month For MELHS

June 27 2024 at 4:53 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Adam Broekemeier just concluded his senior season at Metro East Lutheran High School...

Izzy McLeod Shines In Track and Cross Country, Is A BJ's Printables Female Athlete Of Month For MELHS

June 27 2024 at 3:29 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Izzy McLeod has been a Metro East Lutheran High School running standout since her...

Anna Feco Has Strong Summer Swim Season, Is A Spencer Homes Female Athlete Of Month

June 27 2024 at 2:19 PM

EDWARDSVILLE - Anna Feco of the Montclaire Swim Club/Edwardsville High School swim teams, enjoyed...

Kristina Castelli Celebrates Prom Queen and Athletic Success: She Is An Auto Butler Female Athlete Of Month

June 25 2024 at 2:02 PM

ALTON - Kristina Castelli had an amazing end to her 2023-2024 school year when she was named the Alto...

Kretzer Leads Griffins to Victory With "Amazing" Hat Trick: She Is A Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Female Athlete Of Month

June 20 2024 at 2:33 PM

GLEN CARBON – In a standout moment of the area girls' soccer season, Father McGivney Catholic...

Shelby Quick Shines in Cross Country and Track Excellence: She Is A Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Female Athlete Of Month

June 20 2024 at 1:52 PM

BETHALTO – Civic Memorial High School's recent graduate Shelby Quick has been recognized as...

Southwestern Girls' Trap-Skeet Team Shines In 2024: Squad Honored As Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Female Athletes Of The Month

June 19 2024 at 4:42 PM

PIASA — Southwestern’s girls' trap-skeet squad members have had an impressive 2024 season,...

Fresh Talent Drives Southwestern Trap Team To Success As Altonized Community Federal Credit Union Male Athletes Of The Month

June 19 2024 at 4:38 PM

PIASA – The Southwestern High boys trap and skeet team once again demonstrated its exceptional...

Griffins' Boys State Track and Field Qualifiers Have Big Success On Year: They Are Byron, Carlson, Petri & Kalb Male Athletes of the Month

June 17 2024 at 4:43 PM

GLEN CARBON - The Griffins showcased their determination and improvement at the recent state track...

CM Grad Eldridge Shines at Illinois State Track Meet, He Is A Tom Lane State Farm Insurance Male Athlete Of Month

June 13 2024 at 3:52 PM

BETHALTO – Recent Civic Memorial High School graduate Justice Eldridge has distinguished himself...

Roxana 4x800 Relay Team Breaks 22-Year Record, Group Are Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athletes Of Month

June 12 2024 at 4:14 PM

ROXANA - The Roxana 4 x 800 relay team was fantastic this season and in the IHSA Sectional Meet a...

Versatile Stassi Dominates Cahokia Conference, Is Named A Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month For Shells

June 12 2024 at 4:10 PM

ROXANA - One of Roxana’s premier athletes for the spring of 2024 was Gianna Stassi. Stassi...

Jessica Brown Shines in Final 100-Meter Dash, She Is A Midwest Members Credit Union Female Athlete Of Month

June 12 2024 at 11:33 AM

WOOD RIVER - East Alton-Wood River senior Jessica Brown blazed a time of 13.28 in her final 100-meter...

Jasiah Brown Leaps to 11th at State Triple Jump: He Is A Midwest Members Credit Union Male Athlete Of Month

June 12 2024 at 8:35 AM

WOOD RIVER — Jasiah Brown, a triple jumper from East Alton-Wood River High School, saw his...

Luke Haddix Was Key Player For Granite Baseball Squad, Rates As Stillwater Senior Living Male Athlete Of Month

June 9 2024 at 10:14 AM

EDWARDSVILLE - Senior outfielder Luke Haddix was one of the key players for the baseball team a...

Madison Vasiloff Sets Career Goal Records at Granite City, Is A Stillwater Senior Living Female Athlete Of Month

June 9 2024 at 9:57 AM

ALTON - The tradition and legacy of soccer of Granite City High School - both boys and girls - has...

Redbirds' Jayden Holeman Has Record-Breaking Year, He Is An Auto Butler Male Athlete Of Month

June 9 2024 at 7:14 AM

EDWARDSVILLE - Jayden Holeman, who just completed his junior year as a sprinter for the Alton High...

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.