Zoe Main, a senior forward for the University of Florida, has been named to the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Missouri Athletic Club Hermann Trophy watchlist, a preseason acknowledgment that spotlights the nation’s most promising collegiate soccer talent.
A Prestigious Watchlist
The Hermann Trophy, often described as the Heisman Trophy of college soccer, recognizes the standout player of the upcoming season, and inclusion on the watchlist is a strong indicator of a player’s impact on the field.
Main’s credentials are impressive: she earned All‑SEC honors in 2024 and 2025 while competing for Mississippi State, and in 2025 she ranked second on the Bulldogs with six goals and 14 points, showcasing a knack for both scoring and playmaking.
A native of Missouri City, Texas, Main brings a blend of speed and tactical awareness that has already caught the eye of coaches across the SEC, where she is one of five Gators selected for the conference’s preseason watchlist.
Season Opener Preview
The 2026 campaign will open on August 13 when Florida travels to the UCF Soccer Complex in Orlando to face the Knights, a match that will be streamed live on ESPN with play‑by‑play analyst Ryan Davis and sideline reporter Jade Barkett guiding the broadcast.
Florida holds a 14‑8‑2 all‑time edge over UCF, but the most recent encounter on August 28, 2025, ended 1‑0 in favor of the Knights, adding a layer of intrigue to the upcoming showdown.
With the season just weeks away, the Gators are poised to lean on Main’s experience and leadership as they aim to translate early watchlist recognition into a deep run in the SEC and beyond.