Iowa State's women's soccer program is set to welcome three new faces for the upcoming 2026 season, each bringing a blend of experience and accolades that could reshape the Cyclones' attacking and defensive dynamics.
Morgan Duke, a junior defender originally from Nevada, arrives after a solid collegiate stint with the Wolf Pack, where she helped anchor a back line that consistently limited opponents to low scoring margins.
Emeline McClenahan, a sophomore goalkeeper from Utah, earned a 4‑0 shutout against Westminster University last season and is expected to compete for the starting spot between the posts.
The third addition, Izabella Tejeda, a redshirt sophomore midfielder from Oregon, was crowned the 2025 Golden Boot Award winner as the PCAL Cypress Division Offensive Player of the Year, having netted 12 goals during her senior campaign.
Cyclones Open Against Colorado
Iowa State will kick off its 2026 schedule on September 17 at 6 p.m., hosting Colorado in what promises to be a competitive debut for the new roster.
Coach confidence in the incoming talent is high, noting that the team’s depth at defender, goalkeeper, and midfield positions provides a solid foundation for a strong start.
The transfers come as the program looks to build on recent successes and contend in the Big 12 conference, with fans eager to see how the new pieces fit into the Cyclones’ tactical approach.