A Promising Return
Taylor Johnson, a two‑time All‑Conference standout for the University of Evansville, has been selected for the Preseason All‑Missouri Valley Conference Team for the upcoming 2026 campaign, a testament to her consistent excellence on the pitch and her growing influence within the program.
During her junior year she logged career‑high numbers — 16 starts, nine points, three goals and a decisive brace against Valparaiso on October 13, 2024 — while also contributing significantly in assists and minutes played, underscoring her all‑around impact.
Track Triumphs and Academic Honor
Beyond soccer, Johnson continues to excel in track and field, having captured the MVC Women's Track & Field Scholar‑Athlete of the Year honor and finishing second in the 400‑meter hurdles at the 2026 MVC Outdoor Championships in West Lafayette, further cementing her status as a two‑sport standout.
Season Opener Preview
The 2026 women's soccer season will open with a road test at Purdue, where the Aces will kick off at 6 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, marking the start of a schedule that promises fresh challenges and opportunities for the versatile midfielder as she looks to translate preseason accolades into on‑field impact.