The Syracuse University women’s soccer team will open its season at home against Niagara University on Thursday, August 27, at 7 p.m., in the familiar setting of the SU Soccer Stadium in Syracuse, New York.
The match is part of a series that has seen Niagara hold a 3‑1‑1 edge in five all‑time meetings, but the Orange enter the contest riding a four‑game unbeaten streak that includes a 1‑0 victory over Northwestern and a 3‑0 shutout of Princeton.
Key Players to Watch
Leading the Orange attack is fifth‑year midfielder Vickie Jones, who has already scored three goals, two of them from penalty kicks, while sophomore midfielder Abby Incorvaia has added two goals and two assists.
In goal, junior Maya Naimoli earned ACC Goalkeeper of the Week after posting a 0.25 goals‑against average and a .929 save percentage across the first four matches of the campaign.
Niagara’s junior forward Caitlyn Gratton, who has netted both of the team’s seasonal goals, was recently named Metro Conference Player of the Week for her performance against Le Moyne.
The evening will feature fan‑focused promotions, including orange pompoms for the first 50 spectators, a ‘Best Dressed In Orange’ contest, and a Syracuse trivia segment at halftime.
These elements are part of the broader ‘Orange Out’ initiative, designed to amplify school spirit and turn the match into a celebration of Orange pride.
With momentum on the Orange side and a storied rivalry on the line, the upcoming showdown promises both competitive intensity and a vibrant campus atmosphere.