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The Idaho women's soccer team received preseason recognition, finishing second in the Big Sky Conference coaches' poll and securing key All-Conference selections as they prepare for a season opener against Washington State.
The Gamecocks announce Christina Tsaousis, Maggie Taitano and Cuyler Zulauf as captains, highlighting their leadership, experience and shared goal of a title run.
The Big Sky Conference unveiled its 2026 preseason awards and poll, highlighting Micala Boex’s MVP honor, Northern Arizona’s fourth‑place finish, and a competitive path toward the November championships in Missoula.
The University of North Florida announced three key additions to its men's soccer program, aiming to strengthen coaching, player development, and operations as the team pursues its first title in years.
Due to low air quality in Cheney, the exhibition will be moved to the Pullman campus, featuring a shortened format and limited amenities, while the Cougars gear up for games against Idaho and South Florida
Ken Fadner, who has owned Soccer America for two decades, announced his retirement and the upcoming sale of the magazine, its website and trademark. The outlet, founded in 1971, will continue publishing under the stewardship of veteran editor Michael Lewis, who brings decades of coverage of global soccer events to the role.
European soccer leagues, UEFA and CONCACAF have intensified criticism of FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s plan to monetize World Cup revenues, raising the specter of a boycott and calls for his resignation.
Preseason practice is underway for Marshall University’s women’s soccer squad, highlighted by an upcoming free exhibition match against Delaware, preseason awards, and a sixth‑place ranking in the Sun Belt Conference poll.
Over fifteen years, an author and his friend Mendes have turned a shared love of soccer into a lifeline, watching games across continents and celebrating victories despite the miles between them.
The Football Association of Ireland has announced that no spectators will be permitted for the upcoming Nations League games against Israel, citing operational and safety concerns, while political leaders and UEFA weigh the broader ramifications.
The Ramblers open preseason with a home game against Milwaukee, introduce ten new players and a new assistant coach, and prepare for a demanding regular season that culminates with a home match against Saint Joseph's in November.
The NEC Preseason Coaches Poll has positioned Le Moyne College men's soccer second behind defending champion FDU, with key returning players aiming for their first NCAA Tournament berth.
After a season marked by low turnout and coaching turnover, Pajaro Valley High School appoints Juan Roman as head coach of the girls' soccer team, aiming to bring consistency and inspire more girls to join the program.
The Waves' senior trio earns unanimous preseason honors, while head coach Tim Ward's decades‑long impact fuels optimism for the first ever WCC championship.
The Pilots’ preseason accolades, defensive statistics, and poll standing set the stage for a promising 2026 season, highlighted by upcoming exhibition matches against the Oregon Ducks and Washington Huskies.
The Sun Belt Conference released its preseason poll, naming James Madison University the league favorite and honoring Lackey with her second Offensive Player of the Year award.
Country music star Darius Rucker caused a stir in Kansas City by sporting an FC Naples jersey, reviving interest in the fledgling USL club and its ties to Southwest Florida.
Pepperdine earned 81 points and nine first‑place votes in the 2026 preseason poll, signaling strong expectations for a fourth straight NCAA Tournament run.
The Bears open the 2026 season at No. 8 in the United Soccer Coaches poll, backed by a veteran coaching staff, a deep All‑SAC core, and a schedule that blends early non‑conference tests with a challenging conference slate.
James Madison leads the 2026 Sun Belt Conference women's soccer preseason poll, with individual awards announced for Lackey, Kulha, Kurihara and Giorgio as the championship prepares to unfold in Alabama.
The University of Massachusetts men's soccer team earned the 2025 Summit League Academic Achievement Award, highlighting academic excellence among its student‑athletes.
Team Black secured the championship in the Tower Beach Football Club's Summer Adult League, defeating Team Grey 5‑1 at Cape Henlopen's Bermuda field in Lewes on August 4. Owner Patrick Kilby says the league offers stress‑free soccer for local residents, with upcoming fall and Futsal seasons slated for Cape Henlopen High School.
Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) will host ten home matches in 2026, highlighted by a rivalry showdown, a high‑profile game against Xavier and a Pink Out event for breast cancer awareness, while introducing Food Truck Thursdays and a youth Ball Assistant Program to deepen community engagement.
Washington high school soccer teams made a strong impression at the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association Senior Showcase in June, with standout performances from midfielder Ben Kronlage and defenders Angeline Anderson and Isobel Murphy, underscoring a season of notable achievements.