
Kristin Cheairs brings veteran guard grit to UIC
Kristin Cheairs has long been a reliable backcourt piece for UIC, with game logs showing she can contribute as a steady, low-drama guard who gives the Flames minutes, toughness, and defensive activity. In available UIC box scores, she has produced scoring bursts and active all-around stat lines, while one team note also shows she has missed time with injury in the past, so availability matters. The appeal is simple: she looks like a disciplined, experienced guard who competes, can fit in structure, and won’t need the ball to make an impact.