NAPERVILLE — Five members of the Carthage women's soccer team were recognized on the 2025 All-CCIW teams, the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin announced Friday. Emma Amberg was named to the All-CCIW First Team, while Bella Fusco, Ruby Hillegass, and Ainsley Stallworth earned Second Team honors. Kendall Hennelly received the CCIW RESPECT Award for the program. This milestone marks the Firebirds' appearance on First Team selection since 2019 and Second Team honor since 2022, underscoring the program's rising momentum.

EMMA AMBERG | FIRST TEAM
Amberg, a sophomore from Lemont, Illinois, earned a first-career all-conference selection. Amberg recorded four goals, four assists, 26 shots, and 12 points during the season, ranking fifth in the CCIW for game-winning goals.

BELLA FUSCO | SECOND TEAM
Fusco, a freshman from Lake in the Hills, Illinois, made an immediate impact for the Firebirds, totaling two goals, three assists, seven points, and 27 shots.

RUBY HILLEGASS | SECOND TEAM
Hillegass, a freshman from New Lenox, Illinois, strengthened the Firebirds' defensive unit, recording two goals, two assists, 20 shots, and six total points.

AINSLEY STALLWORTH | SECOND TEAM
Stallworth, a senior from Fresno, California, earned a first career all-conference honor, posting 88 saves and an 8-4-4 record. Within CCIW rankings, Stallworth leads the league in saves (82) and ranks second in shutouts (7).

KENDALL HENNELLY | RESPECT AWARD
Hennelly, a senior from Downers Grove, Illinois, has been named the recipient of the 2025 CCIW RESPECT Award for women's soccer. 

The Firebirds will face the Elmhurst Bluejays with home-field advantage on Saturday, November 1. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Art Keller Field. If you are unable to make it to the game, catch all the action live on our Carthage Athletics YouTube page. For more information, visit our athletics.carthage.edu.