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The Illinois Springfield women's soccer team will take its home field for the final time this season on Sunday when the Prairie Stars host Indianapolis at 12:00 p.m. at Kiwanis Stadium. For Senior Salute, fans are encouraged to fill the stands and help celebrate the senior class in their final home appearance. Halloween costumes are also encouraged, with free admission for fans who come dressed up.

Illinois Springfield (3-8-3, 2-7-1 GLVC)
UIS comes off one of its most competitive weekends of the season, with a pair of one-goal setbacks to top conference opponents Maryville and McKendree. The Stars have shown improved defensive organization and sharper play in recent weeks, limiting opponents' chances while continuing to create quality opportunities in the attack.

Mallory Herber continues to lead UIS with five goals this season, while freshmen Addison Wittenberg and Maddie Festerling have each scored twice. Four additional Prairie Stars have found the back of the net this fall, giving UIS a balanced offensive lineup.

The Prairie Stars have won the last three meetings with UIndy, two of which came in Indianapolis, and trail 5-10 in the series since 2009.

Indianapolis (1-8-4, 1-7-3 GLVC)
UIndy earned its lone win of the season in early October with a 2-1 victory over Southwest Baptist. The Greyhounds have been held scoreless in their last three contests, including a draw with Lincoln and losses to UMSL and Maryville. Ella Higbie and Izzie Wallace lead the team with three goals each, while goalkeeper Kendall Ellis ranks fifth in the GLVC in saves per game (54 saves, .667 save percentage).

Fans can watch the match live on GLVCSN and follow live stats online.
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