YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – The Eastern Michigan University soccer team squandered an early lead and snapped a three-game unbeaten streak Friday night, Sept. 16, falling to Illinois State, 4-2. The Eagles (2-3-2) struck first but three second half goals by the Redbirds (4-5-0) sunk the Green and White.
Senior Ellie Tillar (Cincinnati, Ohio-Turpin) provided the Eagles with an early lead, netting her team-leading third goal of the season in the 13th minute. Senior Rachel Washburn (Hartland, Mich.-Hartland) brought the ball up the sideline, eventually crossing a ball to the top of the 18 where Tillar gained position on her mark.