Season Opener
The UAB women's soccer team will open the 2026 campaign on Wednesday night at PNC Field, hosting Georgia State at 7 p.m. Central Time, with the contest streaming live on ESPN+.
The Blazers hold a 3‑1‑1 edge in the all‑time series against the Panthers, a statistic that adds extra intrigue to the first meeting of the new season.
UAB will field a roster reshaped by eight newcomers, six of whom are freshmen, while two arrive from the transfer portal, complementing the return of key scorers Lailah Stewart, Avery Berryman and Ava Mills who found the net last year.
Georgia State, coming off a 9‑8‑2 overall record and a 5‑4‑1 mark in conference play, bring back 16 players, seven of whom started regularly a season ago, and will be joined by 13 fresh faces.
The matchup promises a blend of youthful energy and experienced depth, setting the tone for both programs as they navigate a competitive schedule.