Leading the League
Western Illinois enters the final week of the season as the league leader in several categories. The Leathernecks currently lead The Summit League in goals against average (0.77) and are tied for first with just 15 goal allowed this year. The team's goals against average ranks 48th nationally while its save percentage of .860 ranks 26th out of 325 teams.

Sophomore goalkeeper Laura Atkinson leads the league in individual save percentage (.868) and goals against average (0.74). Atkinson ranks 22nd nationally in save percentage and 44th in goals against average. As a team, the Leathernecks have recorded a league-high eight shutouts, including a league-leading four clean sheets against Summit League competition.

Guinn's Success
Western Illinois head coach Tony Guinn has continued to build on his impressive coaching record this season. With the team's current 9-5-4 record, Guinn has posted an overall record of 41-24-9 in four seasons including an impressive 22-6-5 record in matches played at home

Guinn has also seen great success against Summit League opposition. He has compiled a record of 22-9-2 against league opponents including a 14-3-0 mark in league matches at John Mackenzie Alumni Field.

Postseason Dreams
Western Illinois enters the weekend with a chance to clinch a Summit League Tournament berth for the second consecutive season and third season overall under head coach Tony Guinn. Western Illinois currently sits alone in second place in the league standings with 16 points off five wins and a draw.

The Leathernecks could also earn a share of their second Summit League regular-season title in the past four years if things fall their way. Western would share the title with Oakland if it defeats IUPUI and the Golden Grizzlies lose to UMKC and Southern Utah.