CHICAGO – Illinois State soccer (5-8-3, 3-3-2 MVC) saw its four-game unbeaten streak come to an end Sunday at the hands of UIC (6-9-2, 5-2-2 MVC), 2-0.
UIC struck first with a 43rd minute goal, but Illinois State made a strong push just before the Flames connected. The Redbirds generated several opportunities with the game scoreless, highlighted by a chance from Sammi Cenek in the 37th minute. The ball came loose for Cenek inside the box and she put a shot on frame for the Redbirds, earning a corner kick.
Moments later Camryn Ries broke through for a 1-0 Flames lead.