
Northwestern Wildcats women’s soccer looks to rebuild after 2025 postseason disappointment
Northwestern’s women’s soccer team reflects on a 2025 season of promise and setbacks, highlighting key players and an upcoming exhibition against Notre Dame.
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Northwestern’s women’s soccer team reflects on a 2025 season of promise and setbacks, highlighting key players and an upcoming exhibition against Notre Dame.

Junior forward Kennedy Roesch was named an NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Player to Watch by the International Women’s Soccer Coaches Association and United Soccer Coaches, highlighting a sophomore season that rewrote Northwestern records and primed the Wildcats for a high‑profile matchup against Virginia.

The Big Ten Conference announced its 2026 women's soccer preseason poll, naming Michigan State as the favorite, while UCLA and Washington round out the top three. Alongside the rankings, the league highlighted 19 standout student‑athletes for the upcoming season.

Northwestern's women's soccer program is shaping up for a competitive 2026 campaign, combining a strong returning core with six fresh recruits and a handful of players who bring international experience.

Northwestern announces a 19‑game 2026 schedule, featuring 10 home matches, six NCAA Tournament opponents and key returning players.