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The Paladins' 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule blends preseason exhibitions, mid‑major matchups, HBCU contests and travel‑heavy road trips, setting the stage for a title‑defending campaign.
Mississippi State announced a 2033 football showdown with Chattanooga, reviving a series that dates back over a century and highlighting the Bulldogs’ strategic scheduling within the Football Championship Subdivision.
A standout performance against VCU and a shutout against San Francisco have propelled sophomore defender Trym Linberg to the top of the Southern Conference’s defensive rankings.
The Southern Conference recognized Mercer’s Olivia Bori as offensive player of the week and ETSU’s Addison Yelton as defensive player of the week for August 18–24, celebrating key contributions that shaped recent results.
The Mercer University women's soccer team delivered a commanding 8‑0 victory over South Carolina State University in their first ever home match at Betts Stadium, signaling a strong start to the season.
Former UNCG standout Emmanuel Hagan, a three‑time All‑SoCon defender and 2024 graduate, has been appointed Director of Operations and Player Development for the UNCG men’s soccer team, bringing his playing experience and coaching background back to Greensboro.
The Liberty University men's soccer team opens its 2026 season in San Diego, debuting under head coach Scott Wells and competing in the Southern Conference after a historic shift from the Ohio Valley Conference.
The Hawkeyes open the 2026 season on the road, facing Wake Forest and UNC Greensboro, aiming to build on record‑breaking offensive displays and a top‑20 national ranking.
Furman University’s men’s soccer team opens its 2026 season with a top‑ranked squad led by standout players Braden Dunham and Diego Hernandez, aiming to build on last year’s historic run.
The Spartans’ 2026‑27 season features 32 games, highlighted by matchups against NCAA tournament teams NC State and Furman, and a strategic blend of home and away contests designed to sharpen the squad under Coach Jerod Haase.
The Spartans' 2026‑27 season features a blend of home opener matchups, marquee road tests and a revamped Southern Conference schedule, signaling a continued push for NCAA Tournament contention.
The Samford women's soccer team will open its 2026 season against second‑ranked Notre Dame on August 12, 2026, in South Bend, Indiana, marking the first meeting since a 6‑0 loss a year earlier.
UNC Greensboro’s Rina Ogimoto was selected to the 2026 SoCon Preseason All-Conference Team after a 2025 season that saw her lead the team in points and goals, while the Spartans look to build on their highest goal total in years.
The Spartans open the new year ranked No. 14 in the United Soccer Coaches poll, fresh off a 12‑5‑6 season that featured wins over top‑five opponents and a strong Southern Conference showing.