CHICAGO, IL – The Aces get ready to travel to Chicago to face the UIC Flames for their final game of the regular season.
Last Time Out
The Aces moved to 2-5-1 in conference play and 4-7-2 overall after the loss.
In the first half, the rain took over and made it difficult for both teams to generate scoring opportunities. Evansville found their first chance when Taylor Johnson fired a shot towards the bottom right of the goal, but it was saved. In the 36', Freshman Reagan Vaughan found the back of the net off an assist from Brielle LaBerge for her first career goal. Evansville entered the half up 1-0.
As the rain continued to fall in the second half, the Racers quickly tied up the game with a goal in the 47'. The Racers also tacked on goals in the 52' and 56' to bring the score 3-1. Evansville's Emmy Brenner, Josie Seehafer, and Brielle LaBerge all saw scoring opportunities, but they were saved.
Series History
Since 2022, the programs sit at an even 2-2 with each team capturing their victories at home. In their last matchup, the Aces captured a 2-1 victory against the Flames in Evansville. Throughout the series history both teams combine for an average 1.25 goals per game.
Scouting
UIC sits at 2-10-4 overall and 1-5-2 in the conference. Forward Elyse DeSchryver leads the Flames with three goals on the season. At home, the Flames are 2-5-2 with their last home victory coming versus UNI.
Playoff Implications
In order to make the conference tournament the Aces need a win against UIC as well as a Belmont and Valparaiso loss or tie.
Follow Along
Live Stats are available HERE and the match will be available to stream on ESPN+