A historic rivalry reignites
Syracuse University will welcome Princeton University to the SU Soccer Stadium on Sunday, August 23, at noon, kicking off a much‑anticipated Ivy League women's soccer contest.
The meeting adds another chapter to a series that has seen Princeton dominate historically, holding a 2‑0‑1 edge over the Orange, with their most recent encounter ending in a 0‑0 stalemate on August 31, 2025.
Syracuse arrives unbeaten after three games in 2026, having edged Northwestern 1‑0 on August 20 thanks to a decisive penalty kick by Abby Incorvaia, while Vickie Jones has been the team's early‑season scoring catalyst.
Princeton, meanwhile, opened the season with a 3‑0 victory over Loyola (Md.), a performance highlighted by Dylan Jovanovic’s goal and assist and Kayla Wong’s two assists, all under the steady guidance of head coach Sean Driscoll, who is in his 12th year and has led the Tigers to six NCAA Tournament appearances.
Maya Naimoli, the junior goalkeeper for Princeton, has logged every minute of the season, posting a 0.33 goals‑against average and a .889 save percentage, underscoring her role as a defensive anchor.
Beyond the on‑field action, the game will be part of a ‘Back to School Day’ celebration, featuring a photo booth and a student race during halftime, adding a festive atmosphere for fans.