Boise State’s 2026 Women’s Soccer Outlook
Boise State entered the 2026 campaign with a preseason ranking that placed the Broncos third among Pac‑12 head coaches, a testament to the program’s steady rise and the expectations that accompany a deep conference schedule.
Sophomore goalkeeper Ava de Leest, hailing from Fullerton, California, earned a spot on the Pac‑12 Preseason Impact List and was included on the United Soccer Coaches Preseason Watch List, underscoring her reputation as a reliable last line of defense.
Freshman midfielder Madie Donovan made an immediate impact in the previous season, starting 16 of 19 matches and recording three goals and an assist, a performance that established her as the most prolific freshman scorer in Boise State history.
Midfield Momentum
Sophie Schmautz, a junior forward from Boise, Idaho, appeared in all 19 matches last season, contributing four goals and eight points, including a decisive game‑winning strike against Utah State that marked the Broncos’ first victory over the Aggies since 2021.
The Broncos will begin the 2026 schedule on August 12 when they host CSUN at the Boise Soccer Complex, with kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. Mountain Time, offering fans an early test of the team’s chemistry and depth.
Single‑match and season tickets for the opening contest are available through BroncoSports.com/tickets, providing supporters with an opportunity to experience the action live as the team looks to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success.