USI women's soccer opens goalkeeper competition after Markland's departure

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

USI women's soccer opens goalkeeper competition after Markland's departure
Summary

The University of Southern Indiana women's soccer team is holding an open competition for the starting goalkeeper position following the departure of former three-year starter Anna Markland, who has chosen to pursue medical school at IU. The candidates are sophomore Merrick Schwalbach, redshirt sophomore Aleia Lansing, and sophomore Brooke Shafer. Schwalbach, who has the most experience, will start in the team's first exhibition match against Bellarmine on August 5 at 7 p.m. Coach Eric Schoenstein emphasizes the importance of confidence for the players vying for the role.

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  • Anna Markland has left USI to join IU's medical school.
  • Merrick Schwalbach, Aleia Lansing, and Brooke Shafer are competing for the spot.
  • Schwalbach is set to start the exhibition against Bellarmine on August 5.
  • Coach Schoenstein stresses the need for confidence in decision-making.
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  • 4:15 AMYahoo SportsUSI’s goal keeper spot up for grabs after Markland’s departure
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EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — With former three-year starter, Anna Markland forgoing her final year of eligibility the University of Southern Indiana women’s soccer team is holding an open competition for the starting goal keeper spot. Over the past seven years, the Screaming Eagles have had two mainstays in the net and now have to choose a […]

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