The Lindenwood women's soccer team will open its 2026 season on Sunday, August 16, when it travels to face Saint Louis University at Hermann Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. The match, scheduled for 1:00 p.m., marks the first regular‑season meeting between the two programs and sets the tone for a campaign that could define the Lions' return to national relevance.
Lindenwood has been a Division‑I staple since 2022, compiling a career record of 31‑31‑16 and consistently posting double‑digit win seasons. Under ninth‑year head coach Dave Musso, the program captured the Ohio Valley Conference tournament title in 2024 and crossed the 50‑win milestone last year, underscoring a culture of sustained excellence.
The roster returns a core of All‑OVC selections, including Mackenzie Compton, Tasneem Dizdarevic, Rachel Jackson, Allison Schrumpf and Alysse Lamb. Their experience provides a solid foundation as the team looks to build on the previous season’s momentum.
The Lions began the year with a 1‑0 victory over Bellarmine, a game in which Compton struck the decisive goal in the 44th minute. That early win highlighted the team’s ability to execute under pressure and gave the coaching staff a positive early indicator.
A storied venue
Saint Louis University, known as the Billikens, finished second in the Atlantic 10 with a 14‑4‑2 record in 2025. Key contributors Adee Broesder and Caroline Chier have emerged as offensive leaders, with Broesder topping the scoring charts and Chier sharing rookie‑of‑the‑year honors.
Hermann Stadium has been a fortress for the Billikens, posting an 86‑12‑13 record at home since 2015 and recording 70 shutouts over that span. The venue will therefore present a stern test for the Lions as they seek to extend their early‑season momentum.