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After a steady rise over three seasons, the Augusta Prep boys soccer team is set to host Holy Spirit in the semifinals, hoping to capture its first state championship game appearance since 1997 while its senior players graduate on the same day.
The professional women's soccer team Spokane Zephyr has ceased operations after just two seasons, citing attendance declines and financial pressures, while its parent company emphasizes a long‑term commitment to women's soccer in the city. The shutdown coincides with a busy week of college baseball tournaments, NBA draft storylines, and other regional sports action.
Northwestern’s standout freshman Keira Kemmerley has been called up to the U.S. Under-19 Women’s National Team training camp in Frankfurt, where she will face Germany in two upcoming friendlies.
The University of Washington announced the addition of midfielder Grace Gouran, a transfer from Seattle Pacific University, highlighting her on‑field contributions and off‑field achievements.
Former Virginia forward Nicholas Simmonds, a top MLS draft prospect, has been selected for Jamaica’s senior squad for the upcoming Unity Cup, where he will face Nigeria, Zimbabwe and India.
The United States Under‑19 Women’s National Team has revealed a 20‑player roster for a training camp in Frankfurt, featuring Carolina alumni Bella Devey and Lauren Malsom, who will face Germany in two high‑profile matches.
The North Oconee High School girls soccer team concluded a 15‑6 season with several individual honors, highlighted by Coach Chris Henry’s Region 8-AAAA Coach of the Year award and a sweep of First Team All‑Region selections.
As the first joint‑hosted edition of the expanded World Cup approaches, stakeholders grapple with promises of global growth against concerns of diluted competition and strained calendars.
On May 30, police, fire and EMS personnel will compete at World Wide Technology Soccer Park in Fenton, with proceeds supporting The BackStoppers and showcasing K9 demos, SWAT displays and a surprise helicopter.
Shawn Lyght has won the William C. Schmeisser Award for the second straight year, joining an elite group of defenders and helping Notre Dame advance to the Final Four where they will face Syracuse.
Former SMU midfielder Nicholas Petrucelli rejoins the Mustangs staff, bringing a decade of coaching experience and a father’s legacy in Texas soccer.
Vanderbilt forward Olivia Stafford has been selected for the U.S. Under-19 Women's National Team to play Germany in Frankfurt on June 5 and 9, marking her second consecutive international appearance.
Apple TV will stream the LA Galaxy versus Houston Dynamo FC game on May 23, 2026, captured entirely with an iPhone 17 Pro, offering free coverage to subscribers and showcasing the device’s compact perspective.
A World Cup‑themed public art piece on Lawrence City Hall suffered storm damage, but city officials promise a swift repair. The exhibition, featuring works by local artists, includes walking tours on June 5 and June 29.
The Bainbridge boys soccer team defeated East Valley of Spokane 6-1, extending their perfect record to 20-0 and setting up a quarterfinal clash with Nathan Hale.
Chicago Fire FC, in partnership with McDonald’s, will host a free, mobile‑pass‑only event featuring every FIFA World Cup 2026 match, musical acts, local artist merchandise and chances to win a car and cash prizes.
Michaela McGowan, a 5‑3 midfielder from Broomfield, Colorado, has transferred to the Colorado Buffaloes Soccer program after stints at Colorado State and Denver, aiming to combine athletic excellence with a future in orthopedic surgery.
Interview with Steel City FC Women’s key players ahead of their USL W League opener reveals a tight‑knit roster, NCAA‑level talent and a summer packed with regional tournaments.
The university announced its full 2026 women's soccer calendar, detailing 18 regular‑season matches, two preseason games and nine home contests at Mediacom Stadium, along with ticket and season‑ticket information.
The Callaway girls soccer team capped a strong season with a Sweet 16 appearance, highlighted by individual awards for Alayna Leithleiter and several teammates.
Western Alamance's girls' soccer team remains unbeaten, defeating Croatan 2-0 in the third round and preparing for a showdown with Southern Nash. Other regional playoff highlights include Oak Grove's 1-0 win over Eastern Alamance and Richlands' overtime victory over Southeast Alamance.
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s soccer team canceled a Kinshasa send‑off due to an Ebola outbreak, but will still compete in warm‑up games in Belgium and Spain. The World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency, while the United States imposed a 30‑day entry ban on travelers from the affected countries, though the Congolese squad is exempt because it has been training in Europe.
NASA astronaut Jessica Meir turned the International Space Station into an impromptu classroom, demonstrating how soccer balls behave in microgravity and prompting a linguistic comment on terminology.
The Tigers will open the season with exhibition play, host early home fixtures against Creighton and Drake, embark on a five‑match road stretch, and conclude non‑conference action against Colorado State before entering Mountain West competition.