La Salle University’s athletics department is set for a busy stretch as both the men’s and women’s soccer squads embark on a series of road contests this week.
The women’s team will test its mettle against two contrasting opponents. On August 20, the Explorers travel to Charlottesville to face No. 11 Virginia, a Power 5 program that has not been beaten by La Salle since 2018. Four days later, on August 23, they head to Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, to meet Bucknell, hoping to build momentum after a narrow victory over American University.
Women’s Road Test Against Power‑5 Foe
Taylor Jourdanais and Sienna Mount made their first collegiate appearances count, each finding the back of the net in the 2‑1 win over American, while Ella Cadigan contributed two assists, underscoring the depth of the attacking lineup.
Heading into the matchup, the coaching staff emphasized the importance of breaking the drought against a Power 5 opponent, a milestone that could galvanize the program.
Meanwhile, the men’s soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on August 21 at 7 p.m. when it visits Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The squad returns three of last year’s top four scorers — Julius deVries, Kyrese Lynch‑Bailey and Alexandru Zama — who will look to sustain the offensive firepower that helped the team qualify for the Atlantic 10 Tournament after an unbeaten five‑game stretch.
The upcoming fixtures represent more than just early‑season tests; they offer a chance for the Explorers to showcase progress and set a tone for the months ahead.