Head Coach Erin Egolf and the UIS women's soccer program have officially announced their incoming class, set to debut for the Prairie Stars in 2024.

"The class of 2024 is now official, and we couldn't be happier for this exciting group of young women to be joining our program." shared Egolf. "Not only can each of these student-athletes play at a high level and be impactful on the field, but they are all tremendous academically and will help promote, and add to, the strong culture and environment within our program. This incoming class will complement our returning group very nicely, adding depth and competition to almost every position on the field. Their positive impact will be noticed immediately, and they will help our team's goals of pursuing excellence on and off the field, while continuing to build on the many successes of previous seasons. I would like to extend a big Prairie Star welcome to our 10 new signees. We are so glad you said yes to UIS, and we can't wait for you to join us next fall!"


Mallory Herber
Position: Forward
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because the campus made me feel at ease and the team atmosphere made me feel included, both of which I appreciated. Coach Egolf's coaching style is another big factor on why I chose UIS. Her passion and dedication to the team is pretty awesome to see. She made me feel appreciated and wanted. 
Hometown: Green Bay, WI
High School: Bay Port High School
Club: Wisconsin United FC
Parents: Travis and Sara
 

Kalli Drexler
Position: Midfielder
Why I chose UIS: I knew the second I toured the university and met the people there that it would be a great fit for me. I loved the community and how kind and helpful everyone was. I also really love the koi pond.
Hometown: Appleton, WI
High School: Appleton North High School
Club: Wisconsin United FC
Parent: Jacqueline

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Reese Lowery
Position: Midfielder
Why I chose UIS: On my first visit, I fell in love with the campus and the welcoming team atmosphere. I love the small class sizes and the competitiveness of the soccer team! Overall UIS has every aspect of a school that I was looking for and I can't wait to be there next fall!
Hometown: Bowling Green, KY
High School: Bowling Green High School
Club: Nashville United Soccer Academy
Parents: Liz and Brian
 

Reagyn Messenger
Position: Defender
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because it felt like home the minute I stepped on campus. The coaching staff and team have a great connection and the environment is everything I was looking for in a school. I loved the campus and the academics matched what I wanted for my future academic career!
Hometown: Overland Park, KS
High School: Blue Valley Southwest High School
Club: Kansas City Scott Gallagher
Parents: Lydia and Todd
 

Makenna Yeager
Position: Defender
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because the Capital Scholars Honors Program is a great fit for me academically and the campus is close to home. I also love the positive environment the coaching staff creates and how helpful and welcoming the current players are. I'm so excited to compete alongside the many talented athletes in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.
Hometown: Chatham, IL
High School: Glenwood High School
Club: Central Illinois United
Parents: Michelle and Nathan
 

Abbie Gleason
Position: Midfielder
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because it feels like the perfect fit! The atmosphere is so welcoming, and the university has everything I'm looking for outside of the amazing soccer program.
Hometown: Peoria, IL
High School: Dunlap High School
Club: Peoria FC United
Parents: Ashley and Brad
 

Ellie Najarro
Position: Forward
Why I chose UIS: I felt welcomed and at home right when I walked on campus. The business program is great, and the coaching staff and team are amazing people and I know I will be challenged on and off the field.
Hometown: St. Louis, MO
High School: Nerinx Hall
Club: St. Louis Development Academy
Parents: Basia and Giovanni
 

Taylor Batt
Position: Defender
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because I loved how connected the team was, how the coaches were so welcoming, and the great academic opportunities they offer for psychology.
Hometown: Sheboygan Falls, WI
High School: Sheboygan Lutheran High School
Club: Lakeshore United FC
Parent: Hollie 
 

Rowan Severson
Position: Midfielder
Why I chose UIS: I chose UIS because of the immediate connection I had when talking on the phone with Coach Egolf! I enjoyed going to the camp, and seeing the amazing facilities they have. The opportunity to play with the players made it all more exciting. The academics, size, and atmosphere were all things that fit into my values and needs too!
Hometown: Mount Horeb, WI
High School: Mount Horeb High School
Club: Madison 56ers
Parents: Kelly and Brian
 

Maya Richardson
Position: Defender
Why I chose UIS: I choose UIS because when I first stepped onto campus, I loved it. It felt very warm and inviting. I also choose UIS because of its strong academics and impressive athletics. UIS offers the opportunity to participate in the Illinois Innocence Project. It is one of the only places where I can participate in a program like that as an undergraduate student. That played a major role in my decision to continue my academic and athletic career at UIS. I also chose UIS because I feel I connect very well with Coach Egolf, and I am very confident that she will help me grow as a person and a player. I am also very confident that she will be one of my biggest supporters on and off the field!
Hometown: Jackson, MI
High School: Northwest High School
Club: Michigan Tigers
Parents: Jaelle and Cory