Dupage Policy Journal

Millikin University’s Izzy Jones and Carthage College’s Ainsley Stallworth have been named the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) Women’s Soccer Student-Athletes of the Week following notable performances in recent non-conference matches.

Jones, representing Millikin, contributed two goals and an assist in a 6-0 win over Monmouth. Both goals came within five minutes early in the second half. In a subsequent match against Westminster, Jones assisted on Alanna Smith’s goal during the 53rd minute, helping secure a 2-1 victory for Millikin.

Stallworth, a senior at Carthage from Fresno, California, posted a 0.33 goals-against average and achieved a .938 save percentage over three games last week. She recorded seven saves in Carthage’s 2-0 shutout against Concordia Chicago and followed up with six saves in a scoreless draw versus Concordia Wisconsin. Stallworth also made five saves as Carthage earned a 2-1 win over Bethel.

The CCIW continues to recognize student-athletes weekly for their achievements during the season. Previous honorees include Kelli Coughlin from Elmhurst for offensive performance and Nora Simon from Elmhurst for defensive play.

"Izzy Jones scored twice and logged an assist to drive the Big Blue past Monmouth last Tuesday, 6-0. Last season’s CCIW First-Year Student-Athlete of the Year scored both of her goals in a five-minute stretch early in the second half."

"The Olathe, Kan. native helped ignite MU’s offense Saturday’s 2-1 win over Westminster, assisting on Alanna Smith’s goal in the 53rd minutes for a 1-0 advantage."

"The senior from Fresno, Calif. Registered a 0.33 goals-against average and a .938 saves percentage in posting a 2-0-1 record with a pair of shutouts last week."

"Stallworth seven saves in the Firebirds’ 2-0 shutout at Concordia Chicago last Wednesday. She followed with another shutout last Saturday versus Concordia Wisconsin, making six stops in a 0-0 draw. The following day, Stallworth made five saves to help Carthage beat Bethel, 2-1."

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