
Sun Devils Kick Off 2026‑27 Season with Historic Opener Against New Mexico State
On August 12, the Sun Devils will face New Mexico State in the first-ever season‑opening matchup, broadcast live on ESPN+.
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On August 12, the Sun Devils will face New Mexico State in the first-ever season‑opening matchup, broadcast live on ESPN+.

The Wolverines open the 2026 season on the road at Utah Valley on Aug. 13, debuting a squad that blends returning Big Ten standouts with 11 newcomers under new leadership.

Canada has become the first Concacaf member to introduce the Concacaf Pro Diploma, a domestically delivered coaching credential developed with UEFA support. The initiative targets coaches across major leagues and aims to raise technical standards across the nation’s growing soccer ecosystem.

Kentucky opens its 2026 women’s soccer season with a home match against Detroit Mercy, streamed live on the SEC Network +, showcasing a roster enriched by 14 newcomers and a coaching staff riding a historic winning streak.

The IU Indianapolis Jaguars open the 2026 season on August 12 at Ball State, returning seven starters and welcoming a wave of newcomers under head coach Angela Berry White.

The Samford women's soccer team will open its 2026 season against second‑ranked Notre Dame on August 12, 2026, in South Bend, Indiana, marking the first meeting since a 6‑0 loss a year earlier.

The University of Houston soccer team opens its second season under Coach Ben Williams against Florida Gulf Coast University, showcasing a dramatic turnaround in performance and a roster bolstered by returning stars and fresh recruits.

Kiara Desiderio, a sophomore forward from St. John, Indiana, was named to the Preseason All-Missouri Valley Conference Team after a standout rookie season that featured seven goals and a program‑first Freshman of the Year award.

Taylor Johnson, a two‑time All‑Conference standout, has been named to the Preseason All‑Missouri Valley Conference Team for the 2026 campaign, highlighting her return for a senior season marked by impressive statistics, a brace against Valparaiso, and academic accolades in track and field.

Boise State University will host CSUN on August 12 at the Boas Soccer Complex, marking the start of a season that could rewrite the program’s unbeaten record.

The Mid-American Conference’s latest preseason poll places Miami University among the top contenders for the 2026 women's soccer season, highlighting a strong outlook for the RedHawks as they prepare to face Xavier.

Mariana Martinez joins the Rutgers women's soccer program as video analyst, bringing years of coaching across New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Poland, along with academic credentials in finance and management.

Brooklyn FC and Top Right Soccer will host a youth soccer combine on August 29 at Maimonides Park, offering athletic testing, free match tickets and data‑driven player profiles.

Southern Illinois University sits fifth in the MVC preseason poll, with junior Guliana Balistreri highlighted on the All‑MVC team as the team prepares to open its schedule on August 13.

The Chattanooga Mocs open their 2026 campaign at Finley Stadium against UT Martin, a match that revives a series with a 5‑3‑2 record in favor of the Mocs and sees Caroline Ekern back in goal after NCAA eligibility was restored.

The Cougars begin their 2026 campaign with a match against Alabama A&M in Huntsville, Alabama, showcasing a deep roster led by captain goalkeeper Sarah Bozeman and a host of promising midfielders and forwards.

Drake enters the 2026 Missouri Valley Conference women's soccer season as the overwhelming preseason favorite, with key players poised to shape the campaign.

The 2026 Mid-American Conference preseason poll has placed the Western Michigan women's soccer team at the top, awarding them nine first‑place votes and a total of 119 points, underscoring the program’s recent dominance.

The 2026 women's soccer season began with UMBC opening its home schedule against Mount St. Mary's and American, setting the stage for a series of matches that blend tradition with fresh storylines.

The Ramblers begin their 2026 campaign at home against Central Michigan, featuring new assistant coach Camryn Hart, standout midfielder Zoe Hevey, and goalkeeper Allison Deardorff, while the team looks to translate preseason optimism into a strong start on ESPN+.

Named to the 2026 United Soccer Coaches DI Men's Players to Watch list, Andrea Di Blasio reflects on a 2025 season that delivered All‑Atlantic Region and All‑Patriot League accolades, key victories, and a pivotal matchup against UCF to open the new campaign.

The BIG EAST Conference announced its 2026 preseason awards, naming Akron as the Midwest Division favorite and Georgetown as the East Division frontrunner. Both programs highlight standout players and historic achievements ahead of the August 20 season opener.

After a mixed preseason, Arkansas aims to translate late‑game firepower into a unified performance when they host Baylor at Razorback Field.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham women's soccer team begins its 2026 campaign with a home matchup against Georgia State, featuring new talent and returning scorers.