TERRE HAUTE, Ind.- Indiana State returns to Missouri Valley Conference play this weekend as the Sycamores travel to Normal, Ill., for a three-game series against Illinois State at Marian Kneer Stadium.  The Sycamores looking to build momentum as the second half of Valley play begins. 

Indiana State enters the weekend following a challenging stretch at home against Southern Illinois, where the Sycamores dropped three games but continued to show offensive growth. ISU recorded 25 hits across the series, including multi-hit performances from Madison Poulson, Mallory Chavez, and Morgan Goodrich, while the Sycamores produced multiple-run innings in each of the final two games. Indiana State's lineup also saw contributions from its younger players, with Addie Burns, Ireland Riley, and Bella Pusateri all factoring into scoring innings during the homestand. 

Illinois State enters the weekend on a high note after sweeping UIC in a midweek doubleheader in Chicago. The Redbirds took both games behind strong pitching and timely offense, allowing just three total runs across the twinbill. The Redbirds return home with renewed momentum and an 11-5 MVC record at Marian Kneer Stadium this season. 

The Sycamores and Redbirds last met in 2025, with Indiana State taking the win behind strong pitching and late-inning execution. This year's matchup again carries weight in the conference race, as both teams look to climb the standings with a month remaining in the regular season. 

Indiana State and Illinois State open the series with a doubleheader Friday afternoon, with first pitch scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. The teams will continue the series Saturday in Normal. 

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