The Kansas City Women's Soccer Team entered the 2026 Summit League preseason conversation with a fifth‑place ranking, collecting 27 points in the league's early projections.
Building on a 9‑8‑3 record from the previous campaign, the Roos return two standout performers who earned conference honors.
Key Returners
Olivia Platt, who contributed nine goals and five assists last season, was selected to the First‑Team All‑Summit League, while Ashley Koch, an All‑Summit League Honorable Mention, looks to build on six goals and seven assists in her redshirt sophomore year.
Both players were also highlighted as Players to Watch for the upcoming season, underscoring expectations for their leadership.
The roster will welcome ten newcomers, including nine freshmen and a transfer from Rose State College, adding depth and fresh talent to the squad.
Among the fresh arrivals is Olivia Waters, a promising prospect who joins the program as it prepares for a challenging slate of matches.
Conference Outlook
Oral Roberts entered the poll as the preseason favorite, securing 48 points and six first‑place votes, while South Dakota State, Omaha, South Dakota, North Dakota State, North Dakota and St. Thomas rounded out the top eight.
The Roos will open their season on August 16 at 6 p.m. in Ames, Iowa, facing the Iowa State Cyclones, a match that will test the new‑look lineup early in the schedule.
With a blend of seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, the team aims to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success as the Summit League season unfolds.