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Johns Hopkins Women’s Soccer Holds No. 15 Spot in 2026 Preseason Poll

Nine Consecutive Top‑20 Rankings Highlight a Historic Program

Johns Hopkins University’s women’s soccer program continues to assert its national relevance, landing at No. 15 in the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll.

A Legacy of Excellence

The Blue Jays concluded the 2025 season with a 17‑5‑1 record, capturing their first Centennial Conference title and advancing to the NCAA Sweet 16.

That campaign delivered the program’s inaugural conference‑tournament championship and placed the team 16th in the final conference tournament standings, a milestone that reflects rapid growth.

The 2026 preseason ranking marks the ninth straight year the Blue Jays have appeared in the top 20, extending a streak that began in 1999 and now spans 17 seasons.

Over the past two decades the squad has recorded 212 appearances in the top 25 and has been featured in 91 consecutive United Soccer Coaches polls, highlighting a sustained national presence.

The program’s consistent performance blends rigorous academics with competitive soccer, attracting top talent and a devoted fan base that together sustain its enduring success.

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