After over a year of waiting the University of Evansville opened the 2020-21 season Saturday at Arad McCutchan Stadium against Illinois State, falling 1-0.
The Purple Aces registered one shot on goal off a free kick from Alex Eyler. The match was left at a draw going into the half.
The Redbirds came out hot in the second half attempting a shot within the first minute, before breaking the tie in the 68th minute with a goal by Ashley Santos.
UE added another shot on goal at the 87:53 mark by Emily Wolak before the game drew to a close.
Goalkeeper Michael Till made five saves, including two back-to-back attacks by Illinois State.
The Aces are back in action on March 5 when they take on Northern Iowa at home at 5 p.m.
