Opening Weekend Highlights
The 2026 Big Ten women's soccer season opened with a flurry of action, headlined by Oregon State's dominant 6‑0 victory over Oregon, the highest‑scoring series in program history.
Ellie Felt broke a scoreless deadlock in the 27th minute with a calmly taken penalty, sparking a cascade of goals that saw the Beavers net six unanswered strikes.
Iowa's Early Surge
Iowa began its campaign with a 1‑0 win over Iowa State, courtesy of Kylie Cino's fourth‑minute strike. The Hawkeyes controlled possession, outshooting the Cyclones 26‑2 and adding further insurance through Jada Grove and Braelynn Galt.
Michigan's Draw with a Powerhouse
The Wolverines tied No. 25 Notre Dame 1‑1, with Adi Walick converting a 56th‑minute penalty to salvage a point against a ranked opponent.
Stanford's Statement Win
Stanford routed UCLA 3‑0, with Daphne Nakfoor making eight saves — just one shy of her career high — to keep the Bruins at bay.
Michigan State's Rocky Start
Ranked No. 3 in the United Soccer Coaches Poll after a win over North Carolina, the Spartans encountered their first setback, drawing 0‑0 with Eastern Michigan despite a 22‑0 shot advantage. They will look to rebound when they host No. 12 Colorado on Sunday at 11 a.m. ET.
Colorado's squad features the Leyba sisters, Hope, the nation's top scorer with 22 goals last season, and defensive standout Faith, both poised to influence the match.