
Virginia Women’s Soccer Embraces Tactical Overhaul Under Steve Swanson
The Cavaliers have reshaped their playbook with a new formation, and early performances from key players signal a promising season.
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The Cavaliers have reshaped their playbook with a new formation, and early performances from key players signal a promising season.

After losing senior leaders and facing injuries, the University of Virginia women's soccer team reshapes its lineup, with emerging talents like Pearl Cecil and Addison Halpern poised to lead the charge.

From July 5‑16 the U.S. Under-20 women’s national team will train in Fayetteville, Georgia, playing matches against England and Colombia before finalizing a roster for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland.

The squad will train in Germany, face host nation opponents, and bring a mix of experience from recent U‑17 World Cups as it builds toward the upcoming tournament.

Three University of Virginia soccer standouts have earned spots on senior national teams, signaling a busy international summer for the program.

U.S. Soccer has selected University of Virginia seniors Pearl Cecil and Jordyn Hardeman for the upcoming U‑19 Women’s National Team camp in Frankfurt, where they will train and play two friendlies before aiming at the 2026 U‑20 World Cup.