The Bulls opened their 2026 campaign in convincing fashion, defeating Stetson 3-0 on August 30, 2026, in a match that underscored both offensive firepower and defensive discipline.
Sophia Cabral proved the catalyst, striking twice within the first half to put the visitors on the board early and set the tone for the contest.
Reese Rupe added her name to the scoresheet with her first collegiate goal, a milestone moment that came after a precise pass from Brooke Fabri, marking Fabri's inaugural assist of the season.
Midfield dynamo Yui Suetsugu orchestrated the attack with two assists, the first two of her collegiate career, while goalkeeper Gaby Rourke secured the clean sheet, recording his first shutout of the year and echoing his September 2025 feat against East Carolina.
The defensive unit limited Stetson to just three shots on goal, maintaining a 12-3 overall shot advantage that reflected the Bulls' control throughout the match.
Coach Chris Brown, in his third season at the helm, continues to build on a promising trajectory; his 2024 debut yielded 12 wins, and a 9-8-3 record in 2025 sets the stage for continued growth.
The victory also extended the Bulls' historical dominance over Stetson, improving their all‑time series record to 14‑2‑2 and marking their fifth consecutive win in the matchup.
With the early win, South Florida looks to carry this momentum into upcoming challenges, including a highly anticipated clash against No. 5 Wake Forest later in the season.