The University of Illinois Springfield Men's Soccer program announced its recruiting class for the 2021 season. The Prairie Stars have added 13 players, including players from three different states and six different countries.
 
"I am very pleased with the depth of our squad this year," said head coach Adam Hall. "We have here a mix of ready-made talent and potential coming in this year. We have added some of the best players in our local region, as well as added experienced grad students. It should be a perfect setup for the lads to hit the ground running."
 
Anton Aduwa-Emovon
Hometown: Basingstoke, England
Previous School: Hockerill Anglo-European College
Club: Sawbridgeworth Town FC
Position: Forward
Why did you choose UIS: "UIS really stood out to me due to the tight-knit community and how welcoming the staff and students are. In addition to this, Coach Hall clearly depicted his plans for the team and myself, and I instantly felt that this would be the best place for me to continue my development as a player, and most importantly, as a person."
 
Diego Alcaraz
Hometown: Mexico City, Mexico
Previous School: Anahuac Mexico Norte
Club: FK Germanyea Bulgaria/Club America
Position: Forward
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because of the GPSI program and the amazing opportunities to achieve great things as I have spoken about with Coach Hall."

Anree Bogart
Hometown: Chula Vista, Calif.
Previous School: Eastlake High School
Club: Crusaders Soccer Club
Position: Goalkeeper
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS to further my soccer career and academics."
 
Luis Flores
Hometown: Zion, Ill.
Previous School: Zion-Benton Township High School
Club: Chicago Magic Soccer Club
Position: Defender
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because I love the diversity the team has and how welcoming the team and coaching staff were."
 
Carter Formea
Hometown: Springfield, Ill.
Previous School: Springfield High School
Club: St Louis Scott Gallagher/Central Illinois United
Position: Defender
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because I have had a lot of family who have graduated from UIS and loved it. Being close to home and my family is also a big perk."
 
Lucas Harris
Hometown: Panama City, Panama
Previous School: Colegio Real de Panama
Club: C.D. Plaza Amador
Position: Midfielder
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because in my opinion it represents a great balance between a competitive soccer program and excellent academics. In addition, the coaching staff was very open and supportive."
 
Niko Hubbell
Hometown: Springfield, Ill.
Previous School: Sacred Heart Griffin High School
Club: Central Illinois United
Position: Forward
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose to attend UIS because it allows me the opportunity to continue my academic and soccer career close to home and near my family. After being able to be coached by Coach Hall and Coach Lemus last year through Central Illinois United I enjoyed my experience with them which made the decision that much easier. I am excited to Protect the Prairie for the next four years!"
 
Connor McFadden
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.
Previous School: Bishop Gorman High School
Club: Albion SC Las Vegas
Position: Goalkeeper
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because of the great combination of academic and athletic opportunities."
 
Albert Nimako
Hometown: Saarbruecken, Germany
Previous School: Life University
Club: Georgia Storm NPSL/SV Kaufungen
Position: Defender
Why did you choose UIS: "Many students stop after they've received their Bachelor's. I want to continue to expand my knowledge and UIS was the best option for me to do so. 'Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today' – Malcom X."
 
Morgan Ratcliffe
Hometown: Foulridge, England
Previous School: Coker University
Club: Mansfield Town FC
Position: Defender
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because Coach Hall was 10/10 and I feel like there is potential for a real run at something this year, be it a league title or a run in the tournament. I feel like it will be somewhere where I can reach my potential and show the skills that I have developed over the course of my career."

Browel Some
Hometown: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Previous School: University of Amsterdam
Club: SV. Hoofddorp
Position: Forward
Why did you choose UIS: "I am excited to start my new chapter at UIS as it represents a great opportunity to grow as an individual and contribute to a team who shares similar values and goals to myself."
 
Bradley Taylor
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.
Previous School: Coronado High School
Club: Albion SC Las Vegas
Position: Defender
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because of the countless opportunities not only for soccer but for academics. After visiting the campus and meeting the coaches and professors, I felt right at home. I'm excited to continue both my athletic and academic career at UIS."
 
Charlie Waugh
Hometown: Peoria, Ill.
Previous School: Peoria Notre Dame
Club: Central Illinois United
Position: Midfielder
Why did you choose UIS: "I chose UIS because of the relationships I had with the coaches and the high level of competition the program competes at."