Sunday, April 27: Springfield High School standout Malia Bender’s college team loses to Lewis Flyers

Malia Bender

By Sangamon Sun

Apr 28, 2025

On Sunday, April 27, former Springfield High School standout Malia Bender’s current college team, the UIS Prairie Stars, lost 5-0 in their NCAA Division II softball game against the Lewis Flyers.

The game took place at Lewis Softball Field. This was their second matchup against the Flyers this season.

The Prairie Stars’ next game is scheduled for Thursday, May 1 at 1 p.m. at Eastside Centre against Drury Panthers.

Malia Bender

Utility player

Senior

5′3″

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