Soccer

UConn Huskies Close Exhibition Season with Win Over New Hampshire

The team looks ahead to a 2026 regular‑season opener against Stony Brook

The University of Connecticut women’s soccer squad concluded its preseason itinerary on Sunday, facing off against the New Hampshire Wildcats at Morrone Stadium. The contest marked the culmination of a brief exhibition schedule that had already seen the Huskies test their mettle against the UMass Minutewomen in Ludlow, Massachusetts just a few days earlier.

While the final score was not disclosed, the match served as a valuable rehearsal as the team fine‑tunes its tactics ahead of the official start of the 2026 campaign. The Huskies will now turn their attention to a much‑anticipated regular‑season opener.

A New Chapter Begins Thursday

On Thursday evening, the Huskies travel to Stony Brook, New York, where they will meet the Seawolves at 6 p.m. The game not only kicks off the 2026 schedule but also signals a fresh start after a season of adjustments and roster moves.

Head coach expressed confidence in the squad’s readiness, noting that the early practices have helped solidify chemistry and defensive organization. Players have embraced the chance to showcase the progress made during the preseason.

Fans and alumni alike are eager to see how the team will translate its preseason work into competitive play, and the upcoming matchup against Stony Brook offers a first glimpse of the new‑look roster.

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