
Big South Women’s Soccer Preseason Poll Predicts 2026 Champions
High Point tops the 2026 Big South women’s soccer preseason poll, with individual awards going to Samantha Fischer, Kari Powell, Caitlyn Nottingham and Lexi Radvanyi.
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High Point tops the 2026 Big South women’s soccer preseason poll, with individual awards going to Samantha Fischer, Kari Powell, Caitlyn Nottingham and Lexi Radvanyi.

The Big South Conference announced its 2026 preseason awards, recognizing standout players ahead of the upcoming season. High Point University dominated the poll, with Kari Powell named Midfielder of the Year after a championship-winning goal, while Samantha Fisher, Caitlyn Nottingham and Lexi Radvanyi received forward, defender and goalkeeper honors respectively.

The Big South Conference has named several High Point University players to its 2026 preseason watch list, recognizing the impact of veterans Sabba Haghgoo, Kari Powell and Kasey Resker, as well as newcomers Coryn McDonnell and Morgan Wilcox. Their performances set the stage for the team’s debut against UNC Greensboro on August 13 at Vert Stadium.