UIS Men's Golf Wins Home Invitational, Lamraski Takes Individual Title

The Prairie Stars edged out Quincy by 3 strokes to claim the team championship.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 6:22am

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The University of Illinois Springfield men's golf team won its home event, the Dan Salisbury Memorial Collegiate Invitational, at Red Tail Run Golf Course on Monday and Tuesday. Sophomore Sacha Lamraski captured the individual medalist honors in a two-hole playoff. UIS finished with a team score of 572, 3 strokes ahead of runner-up Quincy University.

Why it matters

This victory is a significant accomplishment for the UIS men's golf program, as they were able to edge out a strong Quincy team on their home course. The individual title for Lamraski also showcases the talent and depth of the UIS roster.

The details

UIS opened and closed the tournament with rounds of 286 to secure the team title. The Prairie Stars were tied with Quincy after the first round but pulled away late. In addition to Lamraski's individual win, Julien Babineau tied for fourth, Vilgot Arleback and Jake Baldin tied for 19th, and Daniel Edwards tied for 26th.

  • The tournament was held on Monday and Tuesday, March 24-25, 2026.
  • Lamraski won the individual title in a two-hole playoff.

The players

Sacha Lamraski

A sophomore on the UIS men's golf team who captured the individual medalist honors in a two-hole playoff.

Julien Babineau

A UIS men's golfer who tied for fourth place as a medalist finisher.

Vilgot Arleback

A UIS men's golfer who tied for 19th place.

Jake Baldin

A UIS men's golfer who tied for 19th place.

Daniel Edwards

A UIS men's golfer who tied for 26th place.

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What they’re saying

“The team delivered an outstanding performance over the final five holes to secure the win.”

— Josh Edison, Head Coach

“I'm proud of this group. I see their perseverance every day, and to watch them lock in down the stretch and get it done is something I won't forget. Congratulations to Sacha on the individual title as well. He made a 35-footer to stay alive in a three-man playoff, then hit a wedge to four feet and converted for the win. Complete composure under pressure. This is a clear sign of where UIS golf is heading. The results are a reflection of the work these student-athletes put in every day.”

— Josh Edison, Head Coach

What’s next

UIS will continue its spring schedule at the Flyers Spring Invitational on March 30-31 in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

The takeaway

This victory showcases the strength and depth of the UIS men's golf program, as they were able to edge out a talented Quincy team on their home course. The individual title for Lamraski is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the UIS student-athletes, and it signals that the program is heading in a positive direction.