
UNC Men’s Soccer Stars Earn Top Drawer Soccer Honors
Three UNC standouts—Nick Lockermann, Ryan Zellefrow and Luca Nikolai—are celebrated in the latest Top Drawer Soccer Best XIs, highlighting a season of accolades and championship success.
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Three UNC standouts—Nick Lockermann, Ryan Zellefrow and Luca Nikolai—are celebrated in the latest Top Drawer Soccer Best XIs, highlighting a season of accolades and championship success.

Cameroon defeated Malawi in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final, qualifying for the 2027 Women’s World Cup while showcasing emerging African talent and the challenges they face.

The Wolverines begin their 27th season with a home match against Loyola Marymount, showcasing a blend of experienced seniors, a highly ranked freshman class and new coaching talent.

The University of Northern Iowa’s women’s soccer team hosts Omaha on August 20, debuting lavender kits for the Cancer Awareness Game while aiming to reverse a 4‑3‑3 series deficit.

Dartmouth College highlights the achievements of its women's soccer standouts and the arrival of new coaches in sailing, volleyball, lacrosse and softball ahead of the September 4 season opener.
Petoskey High School’s soccer program opened its preseason with a tightly contested scrimmage against Grand Blanc, a program known for its depth and recent winning records. Coach Jason Yonker, in his first official action, praised his squad’s skill while acknowledging areas for growth. The experience has sparked optimism for a competitive year ahead.

Brown University's women's soccer program enters the 2026 season with high expectations after a strong 2025 showing, highlighted by returning All‑Ivy talent and a favorable preseason ranking.

The Hoosiers open their 2026 campaign against Notre Dame on Aug. 20, aiming to replace four departed forwards with a mix of returning starter Collins Oduro, transfer Stephane Njike and newcomers Oliver Moller‑Jensen and Bennett Painter.

The 2026 roster blends elite goalkeeping, defensive solidity, midfield creativity and striking prowess, signaling Skidmore's ambition to compete at a higher level.

Southeastern Louisiana’s sophomore attacker Alexandra Knight earned Southland Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors after a standout performance that included a career‑first hat trick.

The Aggies close out their season‑opening road swing on Wednesday night, facing Texas State at the Bobcat Soccer Complex. With a strong series history and a youthful lineup, the match promises a test of depth for the Aggies.

Senior goalkeeper Aislinn Wright was named Southland Conference Goalkeeper of the Week after a 10‑save performance against Louisiana Tech and a shutout contribution against Arkansas‑Pine Bluff, while junior defender Kaylie Harris earned defensive honors.

The Missouri Valley Conference unveiled its weekly honors, recognizing standout performances that shaped the early season narrative across the league.

The Ramblers will travel to East Lansing on Thursday evening, kicking off at 6:30 p.m. Central Time, hoping to rebound from a 5‑0 defeat at the hands of Iowa last week. The loss left Loyola Chicago with a 0‑1 record as they open their Big Ten slate, while the Spartans arrive fresh off a 1‑0 victory over their own home crowd and sit unbeaten at 1‑0.

The 2026 preseason poll confirms Charlotte Men's Soccer as the conference favorite for the third consecutive season, with senior forward Natsuki Ogata named Offensive Player of the Year and freshman defender Samuel Manufor crowned Defensive Player of the Year.

The Demon Deacons' upcoming season blends competitive play with a lineup of fan‑focused events, from black‑out nights to cultural celebrations.

Stevens Institute of Technology’s men’s soccer squad captured the preseason No. 1 ranking for the second straight year, amassing 64 points and extending a streak of championship success as they prepare for their 2026 debut against William Paterson.

Miller Lashlee and Eben McIntyre were named to the American Conference preseason all-conference team, highlighting a Tigers squad eager to break an 18-game skid against Belmont.

Sporting Kansas City secures a club‑record $18 million deal for Brazilian winger André Luiz, aiming to spark a playoff push under new coach Raphael Wicky.

Junior defender Brielle LaBerge earned Defensive Player of the Week honors after a full‑time effort against Purdue, a result that highlights Evansville’s rising profile and sets the stage for a highly anticipated home opener against SEMO

Three FIU Panthers receive American Preseason All‑Conference Team selections, highlighting a program poised for a strong 2026 campaign.

In 2010 Rooney publicly expressed interest in Barcelona despite financial constraints, sparking a hypothetical transfer that would have reshaped both clubs.

The Bronx secured the 12‑and‑under title while Staten Island won the nine‑and‑under division at the CityParks Play Battle of the Boroughs, an event that highlighted both the vibrancy of citywide youth soccer and the push for gender‑inclusive programs.

The Florida Gulf Coast Eagles will play their inaugural game in Louisiana on Thursday, facing Southern University in Baton Rouge as both teams look to turn early-season setbacks into momentum.