Women’s soccer recognizes senior players Friday against Illinois State University

ISU women's senior soccer players: (Top row from the left) Jessica Rosenberg, Alison Gasparovich, Emily Lahay, Laura Terry, Katie Geyman (Bottom row from the left) Seyma Erenli, Ashley Collins, Morgan Wendlandt.

"I will never be able to forget our preseason, all of the rough and vigorous activities our coaches put us through."

Jessica Rosenberg, forward

"I have learned you can never give up, you have to fight throught the adversity."

Katie Geyman, defender

"I learned that commitment, dedication, heart and teamwork will help you excel in anything you want to accomplish."

Ashley Collins, forward

"I have learned to be more outgoing with my team and build a lot of new friendships."

Laura Terry, defender

"I will miss walking into the locker room before practice or a game ... and having fun with my teammates."

Alison Gasparovich, mid-fielder

"I have learned that in college sports ... you are able to push yourself through challenges, more than you ever thought you could."

Emily Lahay, goalkeeper

"I have learned that not just one person can be good, it takes 27 players to be good.  Playing as a team is the most important."

Seyma Erenli, mid-fielder and forward

"I will never forget freshman year, we were seated sixth in the tournament and we ended up making it all the way to the championships. "

Morgan Wendlandt, defender and forward