Cougars Claim First Victory Over South Florida
Washington State's women's soccer squad delivered a commanding 4-1 triumph over the South Florida Bulls on Saturday, marking the program's inaugural win against the Florida opponents and forming part of the university's Week of Welcome celebrations.
The match opened with freshman forward Delaney Hawkins converting a penalty in the first half, giving the Cougars an early lead. Shortly thereafter, Lexi Lee added her name to the scoresheet with a spot‑kick, extending the advantage.
South Florida responded in the 62nd minute, pulling one back to narrow the gap. The Cougars answered swiftly, with Hawkins striking again at the 66‑minute, 35‑second mark, followed by Meg Devall’s first collegiate goal in the 71st minute, and Makena Smith sealing the result at 77 minutes.
Midfielder Emma Widmor orchestrated the attack, providing two assists, including the set‑piece delivery that capped the scoring.
Head coach Chris Citowicki celebrated his first win in charge of the Cougars, a milestone he hopes will energize the team as they shift focus to the upcoming season.
The Cougars are scheduled to travel to Brookings, South Dakota, for a showdown with South Dakota State on August 20, 2026, continuing their early‑season slate.