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The No. 7 West Virginia University women's soccer team begins its season on the road against Princeton on August 27, streaming live on ESPN+. The matchup continues a series that favors WVU, highlights key player performances, and showcases coaching legacies.
The Pilots’ recent surge sees them climb three spots to third in the United Soccer Coaches Top 25, backed by a strong home crowd and a historic unbeaten run.
The United Soccer Coaches poll has placed the High Point University men’s soccer team at No. 9, a jump of seven spots from its previous position and the program’s highest standing in recent memory.
The Rebels open their first road swing against Kansas City, looking to capitalize on a strong start and a top‑25 national ranking.
The Tar Heels will host the fifth‑ranked Michigan State squad in a historic Sunday showdown, showcasing dominant early‑season form and standout individual contributions.
The Pilots, ranked sixth nationally, open their 2026 campaign on Aug. 21 at Merlo Field against the California Golden Bears, aiming to build on a record‑breaking 2025 that featured a 14‑2‑4 finish and multiple NCAA Tournament runs.
Memphis women's soccer, ranked No. 21, faces No. 3 Vanderbilt in a high‑stakes SEC Network showdown that tests both teams' early‑season credentials and historic series ties.
TopDrawerSoccer has released its preseason accolades for the upcoming NCAA Division I men’s soccer season, spotlighting the High Point Panthers’ standout performers and their upcoming season opener.
Sophomore Bella Devey’s hat trick against Quinnipiac propelled the Tar Heels to a 2‑0 start, earning her ACC Offensive Player of the Week and highlighting her preseason accolades.
The University of North Carolina’s women’s soccer team, No. 8 in the Preseason TopDrawerSoccer poll, will host Quinnipiac on Sunday at 1 p.m., marking the program’s first-ever meeting. With a 12‑game home winning streak and key contributors such as Hope Munson and Bella Devey, the Tar Heels look to build on early-season momentum.
The Jayhawks begin a four‑game road stretch on August 16, looking to build on a season‑opening shutout and a lofty preseason ranking.
SMU's men's soccer team opened the 2026 campaign with a fourth‑place ranking in the ACC Preseason Coaches Poll, a placement that reflects both the program’s rapid rise and the expectations of rivals and analysts alike. The Mustangs’ 2025 recruiting class earned a No. 3 national ranking from TopDrawerSoccer, underscoring the influx of talent that could reshape the squad’s dynamics and depth. Coach and senior players have embraced the poll’s validation, using it as motivation to confront a schedule that pits SMU against four nationally ranked opponents, including No. 4 Saint Louis, No. 25 Kansas City, No. 2 NC State and No. 9 Stanford. Among those opponents, the team’s 2025 champion will open with a match against Stetson on August 20, a game that will serve as the first test of the new‑look roster. Stephan Soghomonian, the ACC’s second‑highest scorer last season, has already been named to the Preseason Watch List and is expected to be a central figure in the attack, having contributed 13 goals in 20 appearances during the previous campaign and netted the tournament‑winning goal against Virginia. His performance, highlighted by two hat‑tricks and a decisive goal in the ACC tournament final, has placed him among the conference’s most dangerous forwards and has raised preseason buzz around his potential impact in 2026. The Mustangs’ preseason poll garnered 146 total votes, reinforcing their status as one of the ACC’s top contenders and setting a competitive tone for the upcoming matches against ranked foes. With a blend of high‑ranking recruits, a proven goal‑scorer, and a challenging slate of games, SMU’s men’s soccer program appears ready to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success as the 2026 season unfolds.
The University of Kansas will host Utah State on August 12 at Rock Chalk Park, featuring top‑ranked teams, standout players, and live coverage on ESPN+.
The Razorbacks, led by junior goalkeeper Keegan Smith and coach Colby Hale, open their 40th season against Baylor, a team coached by Michelle Lenard that returns key players including goalkeeper Azul Alvarez. The game will be streamed live on SEC Network+.
Portland Pilots midfielder Diego Rosas appears on the 2026 United Soccer Coaches Midfielders to Watch list, celebrating a historic season that includes a national assist record, conference accolades and a top‑10 preseason ranking.
The Demon Deacons’ latest recruiting haul, highlighted by top‑tier recruits and seasoned transfers, is positioned to deepen depth and expand the team’s global footprint.
A deep dive into the Pilots’ newest signings, their backgrounds, and the program’s recent surge in national rankings
The Mustangs will open against Stetson on August 20, featuring five freshmen, three transfers, and the return of standout defender Owen Zarnick.
The Mustangs announce a revamped squad featuring five freshmen and three transfers, alongside the medical hardship waiver return of standout defender Owen Zarnick, aiming to strengthen their defensive lineup.
The newest edition of TopDrawerSoccer’s club player rankings for the Boys Class of 2030 has been released, with Barca Residency Academy defender Easton Odom crowned the class’s premier prospect. The rankings, curated by MadridEuroSoccerAcademy, a leading Spanish soccer academy, list each player with his 2025‑26 team affiliation.
TopDrawerSoccer’s latest club rankings for the Boys Class of 2030 have placed Barca Residency Academy’s Easton Odom at the summit, highlighting his emergence as a standout defender
First Touch Football Canada (FTF Canada) and TopDrawerSoccer have formed a multi-year partnership to broaden player identification opportunities in the United States. The first event is scheduled for Western New York in October 2026, with future showcases planned in Fort Lauderdale, Detroit, Texas and Seattle. The collaboration emphasizes competitive environments, credible evaluations and meaningful post-event visibility for players.
Tony Paolini’s arrival adds a data‑rich, player‑focused dimension to George Mason’s men’s soccer program.
Maddie DiMaria of Cor Jesu Academy was named the 2025-26 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year after leading her team to a flawless campaign and a state championship.