TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Indiana State continues Missouri Valley Conference play this Thursday, October 23rd, when the Sycamores travel to Carbondale to take on Southern Illinois. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET, with live coverage on ESPN+ and live stats available through GoSycamores.com. 

The Sycamores (6-4-6, 2-1-3 MVC) enter the matchup with momentum after battling to a 2–2 draw at Belmont on Saturday. Indiana State showed resilience and attacking creativity throughout the contest, twice pulling level in a hard-fought road performance. The Sycamores found success through organized buildup play and a balanced attack that kept the Bruins under pressure from start to finish. 

Indiana State's ability to respond under pressure highlighted the team's growth late in the season. The Sycamores continued to connect well through the midfield and create high-quality scoring opportunities, while goalkeeper Delaney Timmons and the ISU back line stood tall in key moments to secure the result. 

Southern Illinois (9-3-3, 3-2-1 MVC) presents one of the conference's top defensive units, allowing just a handful of goals all season. The Salukis will challenge ISU with their physical play and organization. Still, the Sycamores have proven to be a tough side to break down, especially when able to dictate tempo and find rhythm in the attacking third. 

As the MVC standings tighten, Thursday's match carries postseason implications for both sides. The Sycamores will look to carry their energy and confidence from Nashville into another statement performance, one that continues to showcase their fight, focus, and growth in the heart of Valley play. 

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