The University of Evansville women's soccer program has released its 2026 slate, a schedule that blends early road challenges with a robust home presence at Arad McCutchan Stadium. The announcement comes as the Aces prepare to open the season with two preseason away games against IU Indy and Cincinnati before returning to Evansville for their first home test.
Opening the Campaign
The first home game is set for August 13, when Purdue visits the stadium. That match offers a chance to avenge a 2‑1 victory the previous year, marking the program's first win over a Power‑4 opponent since 2008. The early road games against IU Indy and Cincinnati serve as a warm‑up for a campaign that promises both growth and competition.
Early Home Stretch
Just a week after the Purdue clash, Evansville hosts SEMO on August 20, a team they edged 4‑3 in the prior season's opener. The following weekend, on August 27, Lindenwood returns to Evansville for a game that also doubles as Alumni Weekend, inviting former players back to the campus and adding a festive atmosphere to the match.
Mid‑Season Milestones
September brings a series of pivotal contests. Austin Peay arrives on September 3 for Senior Night, celebrating the graduating class while the Aces look to extend their winning ways. A trip to Middle Tennessee on September 10 offers an opportunity for revenge after a 3‑1 loss earlier in the year. The first Missouri Valley Conference battle arrives on September 19 when Southern Illinois comes to town, followed by home meetings with Drake on September 27 and Northern Iowa on October 15, opponents against whom the team holds a strong home record.
Road Tests and Tournament Play
The schedule then takes the Aces on the road to Indiana State, Valparaiso, Illinois State and Belmont, each offering a chance to test their mettle away from home. The regular season culminates with a November 1 home clash against Murray State and a November 5 trip to UIC, a venue where they previously posted a 2‑1 win. The Missouri Valley Conference Tournament is slated for November 8, 12 and 15, rounding out a demanding but promising campaign.