A Historic Start to the Season
Arizona State's women's soccer squad posted a 1-0 victory over LSU, extending their unbeaten run to eight matches at the start of the 2026 campaign and reinforcing their early-season momentum.
The decisive moment arrived in the 30th minute when Emmie Ennis converted a direct free kick, recording her first goal since October 2025 and ending a prolonged scoring drought that had lingered into the new year.
LSU responded late in the game, with Ryleigh Albin finding the net in the 87th minute, but the Sun Devils held firm to preserve their slim lead and secure the win.
Historic Milestones at Sun Devil Stadium
The victory represents Arizona State's first home triumph over an SEC opponent since September 2014, snapping a long drought at Sun Devil Soccer Stadium and underscoring the program's resurgence on its own turf.
It also marks the third win of the season for the team and continues a streak of back‑to‑back clean sheets that highlights the defensive solidity cultivated by the coaching staff.
The result adds a notable milestone for head coach Graham Winkworth, who joins Kevin Boyd as the only coaches in program history to reach 80 career wins, reflecting sustained excellence in leadership.
Beyond the scoreboard, the win extends the Sun Devils' unbeaten home record in non‑conference play to 26 matches, illustrating the program's resilience and consistency in front of its home crowd.