
West Bladen Soccer Team Soars as Gators Remain Unbeaten
West Bladen opened the season with a flawless run, while East Columbus held steady at 2‑0‑1. Standout scorers and a packed schedule set the stage for the next wave of contests.
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West Bladen opened the season with a flawless run, while East Columbus held steady at 2‑0‑1. Standout scorers and a packed schedule set the stage for the next wave of contests.

Bryant University’s men’s soccer team begins its campaign against Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, looking to extend a 15‑match unbeaten run while Lafayette aims to defend its recent Patriot League triumph.

The Kansas State women's soccer team faces Nebraska in a pivotal non‑conference matchup, testing an unbeaten start and offering a senior night tribute.

The Fighting Camels open their 2024‑25 campaign against College of Charleston, aiming to turn early setbacks into a positive start.

Since 2017, Minnesota United’s Unified squad has combined elite soccer training with community outreach, offering athletes like Lydia Martin and Makena Smith a platform to thrive on and off the field.

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, a vibrant pickup soccer scene unfolds at Stephen Hand’s Path, where former semipro player Kevin Ruiz and his recruits, including Michael Godinez and Esteban Diaz, blend high‑school, college and professional talent into a competitive, light‑filled arena.

A look at the top high school girls soccer athletes in the East Metro region, their recent achievements, college commitments and the storylines shaping the upcoming campaign.

The Denison University women's soccer program is poised to defend its 2025 North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) title as the 2026 season approaches. A 9‑5‑5 record last year, highlighted by a 1‑0 victory over John Carroll in the conference championship, set a solid foundation, and the team enters the new campaign with a preseason poll that placed them first with 59 points.

The Blue Dragons adjust their weekend schedule after conflicts with North Idaho College, opening the season at home against the Jets and later hosting No. 5 Iowa Western on September 4, with free admission and live streaming on the Blue Dragon Sports Network.

Captains Mark Vinokur, Erik Badzak and Mitchell Goldwater discuss how the recent World Cup has sparked greater interest in soccer, shaping expectations for the upcoming season at Marblehead High School.

Alex Yagudayev, a Brooklyn-born goalkeeper with a dynasty of net‑minders, is driving Villanova’s resurgence and eyeing a clean‑sheet showdown against Princeton before heading to law school.

A J.H. Rose teacher and soccer coach has been on paid suspension since mid‑May following a criminal investigation that began with a raid on his home. The investigation involves forensic analysis of electronic devices and remains active without public updates.

The Fordham Rams open their 2026 men's soccer campaign on the road against Bucknell, a match that renews a series that has swung back and forth since the 1990s.

UEFA has escalated legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino over a disputed $4.2 billion transaction involving FIFA Forward Enterprises, alleging fraud, lack of competitive bidding and self‑enrichment. The controversy has triggered resignations demands from major confederations and raised questions about Infantino’s bid for a third term.

Vermont hosts No. 18 Charlotte on Aug. 28 in a match that could shape both teams’ trajectories this season.

On August 28, 2026, Wake Forest will travel to Akron, Ohio, to face the No. 10 ranked Zips in a match that could define the early trajectory of their season.

The Mobile County Sportsplex Soccer Complex has completed a $11.7 million expansion that adds four lighted fields, a second restroom/concession building, a 300‑space parking lot and a 2,000‑seat championship field, positioning the venue as a premier hub for youth sports in the region.

The Jimmies open their 2026 campaign on August 30, entering full NCAA Division II competition for the first time after a streamlined provisional membership process.

After the Super Eagles and Super Falcons missed crucial World Cup qualifiers, the Nigeria Football Federation announced the departures of its top officials and launched a fact‑finding probe into the nation’s sporting decline.

After two decades with Todd Maas, the Clippers appoint Jesus Mejia Jr. to lead a roster brimming with senior experience, while preparing for a challenging schedule that includes matches against top division rivals.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville women's soccer team opens the 2026 season with a home double‑header at Charger Park, featuring key returners, a seasoned coaching staff and free admission for fans.
A look at the 26 athletes poised to influence Rhode Island's evolving girls soccer hierarchy as teams navigate realignment and championship aspirations.

The Scarlet Knights open their 2026 campaign on Aug. 28 at Yurcak Field, featuring returning standouts and a fresh influx of talent.

Junior forward Nyah Stallings combines a 20‑goal season with a family’s athletic heritage, playing through injury to drive Galena toward another state‑title run and college opportunities.