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Despite a flurry of opportunities, the Portland Pilots could not break the deadlock against California in their season opener, finishing with a 0-0 draw before a crowd of 3,234 at Merlo Field.
A tragic incident near PennWest University's campus led to the death of soccer player Karoline Heintz, with her boyfriend Royce Moser accused of the killing and his mother Rachel Moser charged with hindering apprehension.
The Buffaloes secured a 3-2 win, improving to 3-0-0 and preserving an 18-game unbeaten run at home.
The Minot North Sentinels saw their unbeaten run snapped with a 2-2 draw against Jamestown, featuring goals from Logan Ovitt and a late equaliser from the Blue Jays.
An 18‑year‑old freshman at PennWest California University was fatally stabbed by her boyfriend in Pennsylvania, leading to arrests, a GoFundMe scholarship, and a communitywide outcry over domestic violence.
The Bruins secured their inaugural win of the 2026 campaign with a 2‑0 triumph, highlighted by a decisive free‑kick and a clean sheet from goalkeeper Daphne Nakfoor.
UC Santa Barbara’s men’s soccer team began its campaign with a 3-0 victory over San Jose State, delivering a revenge narrative from six decades ago and setting the tone for upcoming marquee matchups.
After three decades at BYU, coach Jennifer Rockwood retired, closing a career marked by 470 wins, 26 NCAA appearances and a lasting impact on players' lives on and off the field.
The Mountaineers broke a nine‑year winless streak against Penn State with a 2‑1 victory, delivering a confidence‑boosting performance ahead of their upcoming matchup with Duquesne.
The Melvindale Boys Soccer team opened its 2026 campaign with a 4‑1 defeat to rival Edsel Ford, highlighting both the loss of key graduates and the emergence of new talent under Coach Bashar Ahmed.
Philadelphia Union and Inter Miami CF shared a dramatic 2-2 stalemate, highlighted by Indiana Vassilev’s early strike, Neil Pierre’s equaliser, and a fiery stoppage‑time clash that saw red cards for both sides.
Lakeview High School's boys soccer team captured its second straight All‑City championship, winning 5‑4 in a penalty shootout after a 0‑0 draw with Harper Creek.
The Lady Royals posted an 8-0 victory over Western Hills, with Coach Daniel Moore praising the squad’s depth and key contributors Lily Moore, Abby Moore and Ella Hanson, and now prepare for a Saturday night final against Frankfort.
Slippery Rock University's men's soccer program has been recognized with the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 2025-26 academic year, posting a cumulative GPA of 3.56 and leading the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference in academic excellence.
Frankfort High’s girls soccer team secured a 5‑0 shutout against Franklin County in the Capital City Classic, earning a spot in the championship match against Frankfort Christian Academy.
The Owls lost 1‑0 at Walens Family Field, with The Citadel’s 61st‑minute goal proving decisive. Coach Chris Cahill called the performance uncharacteristic, while goalkeeper Charlee Bernal made several key saves.
College soccer scholarships are rarely full rides; success hinges on performance, academics, and proactive outreach. This guide outlines the landscape and offers a roadmap for players aiming to turn club success into a college opportunity.
The latest Mountain East Conference preseason poll places Fairmont State atop the North Division and West Virginia State at the summit of the South, setting the stage for a competitive campaign that begins on August 20.
Indiana's senior night ended in a 1-1 draw against Bellarmine, highlighted by Piper Coffield's first goal of the season and a late penalty that leveled the score. The Hoosiers dominated early, but Bellarmine's late equalizer set up a quick rematch with Xavier in Cincinnati.
Bellarmine University's women's soccer team fought back to a 1-1 tie against Indiana at Bill Armstrong Stadium, with instant replay decisions shaping the outcome and freshman Ella Flynn scoring her first career goal in the 90th minute.
The Presbyterian College women's soccer team defeated Newberry 2-0 on Senior Night, improving to 3-0. Emilia Lieber scored her third career goal, Maddie Smith found the net in the 61st minute, and Alexa Garcia earned her first shutout, highlighting a dominant defensive performance.
The inaugural match ended 0-0 after a second-half surge by Kansas City, highlighting both teams' defensive resilience.
The Ramblers host Northern Illinois on Sunday at 1 p.m. as part of the annual Hustle to Hoyne event, featuring a pep rally, jersey giveaways and a look at both teams' early-season momentum.
The Explorers opened their 2026 campaign with a 4‑1 win over Lehigh, highlighted by early goals from Kyrese Lynch‑Bailey and Alberto Esquivel Meza, a debut goal from Gabe Faust, and a stellar performance by Maximilian Retzer in goal.