The Saints have built momentum heading into 2026, anchored by a defense that surrendered just 0.75 goals per game last season and recorded ten shutouts. Senior back Lindsey Harrington, a MAAC All‑Academic honoree, returns to command the backline, while junior midfielder Catherine Rogers, tied for fifth in conference scoring and assists, brings a dual threat of creativity and goal‑scoring.
A Milestone Opener
The upcoming matchup marks the earliest regular‑season opener in program history, pitting Siena against Boston College for the first time ever. Both squads are fielding the players who powered their respective 2025 campaigns, setting the stage for a contest that could define the tone of the season.
Boston College arrives with senior forward Sophie Reale and goalkeeper Olivia Shippee leading a squad that finished the ACC preseason coaches poll at fifteenth. The Eagles are looking to improve on an ACC season that fell short of expectations, while Siena aims to translate its strong defensive foundation into a conference championship and a berth in the NCAA Tournament.
Offensively, Siena will lean on the returning scorers who accounted for twenty‑four of the team’s twenty‑eight goals and seventeen of its thirty‑eight assists a year ago. Rogers’ playmaking ability, combined with the experience of teammates such as Abby Daly, Cate Burns and Megan Stowell, creates a balanced attack capable of challenging any opponent.
The coaching staff, led by Steve Karbowski, emphasizes continuity and confidence, noting that the team’s 9‑5‑6 record in 2025 represents its most successful full season since 2010. With a renewed focus on maintaining defensive discipline while expanding offensive options, the Saints enter the new year with a clear vision: capture the MAAC title and secure a spot on the national stage.