A Weekend of Opportunity for the Spartans
The UNC Greensboro women's soccer squad will open its weekend slate on Thursday, August 27, at 7:00 p.m., welcoming Coastal Carolina to the UNCG Soccer Stadium, followed by a Sunday clash with Radford at 6:00 p.m. The back‑to‑back home fixtures give the Spartans a chance to capitalize on familiar turf and the energy of a packed stadium.
Historically, the Spartans hold a 3‑1 advantage over Coastal Carolina, highlighted by a 2‑0 victory on September 12, 2024, and an overall series edge of 5‑3‑1 that dates back to a 1996 encounter where UNCG prevailed 4‑2. Those results provide a psychological boost as the team prepares for the upcoming matches.
The 2025 campaign concluded with a 4‑12‑3 overall record and a 2‑4‑3 mark in the Southern Conference, a season that featured the emergence of sophomore forward Laney Smith, who contributed three points through a goal and an assist. Midfielder Rina Ogimoto, a senior and SoCon Preseason All‑Conference selection, is expected to anchor the midfield.
Radford arrives as the 2025 Big South regular‑season champion, finishing the year 10‑5‑1, while goalkeeper Caitlyn Nottingham earned Preseason Defender of the Year honors and Lexi Radvanyi was tabbed Preseason Goalkeeper of the Year. Their accolades underscore the competitiveness of the matchup.
Looking ahead, the Spartans will test themselves against American University on September 3 and James Madison on September 6, challenges that coach hopes will sharpen the squad before conference play intensifies.