Soccer

Weber State Women’s Soccer Claims First Victory as Former Star Joins USA Basketball Squad

A 2-1 win over Wyoming marks a turning point for the Wildcats, and alum Dillon Jones is set to represent Team USA in World Cup qualifying.

Weber State's women's soccer squad broke a winless start to the season with a 2-1 victory over Wyoming on Thursday, a result that injected early confidence into the program.

The breakthrough came quickly, as junior forward Maddie Burr opened the scoring in the third minute, followed by a strike from Oakley Anderson in the 31st minute that put the Wildcats ahead 1-0 at halftime.

Nellie Brooks added the decisive goal in the 34th minute, extending the lead to 2-1 before the break, and the team finished the match with a 16-9 edge in total shots despite both sides registering five shots on target.

Coach Terry Stotts, who recently took the helm of the program, praised the balanced attack and defensive resilience that characterized the performance.

The Wildcats will look to carry the momentum into their next fixture, a home clash against Oregon State scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday.

A Win on the Field

Coach Terry Stotts, who recently took the helm of the program, praised the balanced attack and defensive resilience that characterized the performance.

The Wildcats will look to carry the momentum into their next fixture, a home clash against Oregon State scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday.

International Spotlight

Former Weber State standout Dillon Jones, a two‑time NBA champion, has been selected for the United States roster in the fourth round of Men’s World Cup qualifying.

He will be joined by three other first‑time call‑ups as the 12‑player squad convenes in Miami for a training camp from August 20 to 24 before traveling to Chile and Colombia for competitive matches.

Under the guidance of former Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts, the team aims to extend the United States' perfect 5‑1 record in qualifying and maintain second place behind Brazil, which sits at 6‑0.

The qualifying window runs from August 27 through September 12, 2027, with all games set to be played in Qatar.

Both the soccer team and the basketball program underscore Weber State's growing influence across multiple sports, blending local success with international exposure.

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