Springfield High School standout Malia Bender’s college team won in NCAA Division II softball game on Saturday, Feb. 8

Malia Bender

By Sangamon Sun

Feb 9, 2025

On Saturday, Feb. 8, former Springfield High School standout Malia Bender’s current college team, the UIS Prairie Stars, won 4-0 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Missouri Southern State Lions.

The game took place at Memorial Park. This was their first matchup against the Lions this season.

The Prairie Stars’ next game is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 14 at 12 p.m. at Lady Jacket Field against Cedarville Yellow Jackets.

Malia Bender

Utility player

Senior

5′3″

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