Lindenwood University’s women’s soccer program has announced its complete 2026 schedule, promising a blend of home fixtures and a demanding nonconference road trip. The announcement, made public on June 16, 2026, outlines ten home matches, several high‑profile away games and the upcoming OVC tournament that will culminate on the campus of the regular‑season champion.
Season Opener and Early Road Tests
The campaign kicks off with an exhibition match against Missouri on August 5 at 7:30 p.m., followed by the regular‑season opener versus Bellarmine on August 13 at 6:00 p.m. After a short stay in St. Charles, the Lions travel to Saint Louis University on August 16 before hosting Illinois State on August 20 and DePaul on August 23.
A three‑game road stretch begins with a visit to Evansville on August 27, continues with matches in Omaha on August 30 and Carbondale on September 3, and then heads to Murray State on September 13 before hosting St. Thomas on September 17.
Conference Play and Tournament Outlook
Conference action opens at home against Morehead State on September 27. Additional home contests are slated against Southern Indiana, SIUE and Western Illinois, while the road slate includes trips to UT Martin, Eastern Illinois and SEMO. The nonconference schedule wraps up with a September 20 match at Western Kentucky.
The 2026 OVC Women’s Soccer Tournament is set for November 5, with semifinals and the championship match to be staged on the campus of the regular‑season champion. Last season the Lions finished 10‑5‑5 overall, placed third in the OVC standings and reached the tournament title match.