The LSU women’s soccer squad wrapped up its preseason schedule with a mixed bag of results, finishing the exhibition slate at 0‑1‑1. The Tigers fell 3‑2 to UNC Wilmington on August 8 after conceding three first‑half goals, then settled for a 1‑1 tie with Alabama five days earlier.
Exhibition Highlights
The Alabama matchup offered a glimpse of offensive promise. LSU opened scoring when Allie Fryer delivered a cross that found Ava Galligan, but the lead lasted only until the 65th minute when Olivia Belcher equalized for Alabama, assisted by Ashley Rori. Alabama outshot LSU 6‑2, underscoring the Tigers’ need to sharpen finishing.
The loss to UNC Wilmington revealed a resilient side, as freshmen struck back in the second half with two goals, hinting at depth that could prove vital as the regular season approaches.
Looking Forward
Now the focus shifts to the season opener against Wake Forest, scheduled for Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and streamed on ACCN. The Tigers enter the game with a 0‑3 all‑time record against the Demon Deacons, the most recent encounter a 1‑0 loss in 2025.
Both programs arrive with momentum from solid recent campaigns, and the matchup promises a test of LSU’s ability to translate preseason lessons into a positive start. A successful opening could set the tone for a season that many expect to be competitive.