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NC State’s men’s soccer team aims for a historic 6‑0 opening as they welcome Davidson to Dail Soccer Stadium on Sunday, a match that could cement coach Gary Higgins’ legacy and celebrate the program’s recent surge.
NC State’s women’s soccer team opened its campaign with a dominant performance, blending mental‑health advocacy with on‑field excellence.
North Carolina State’s women’s soccer team opened its season with a 3-1 victory over James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, highlighted by Jade Bordeleau’s two goals and a milestone for defender Alex Mohr.
The 2026 All-State Girls Soccer squad, announced by Talk It Out NC and First Carolina Bank, celebrates top performers across classifications, featuring repeat first‑team honorees and a deep pool of college recruits.
Riley Pickels, senior goalkeeper for the Hough Huskies, has been named the 2026 Gatorade North Carolina Girls Soccer Player of the Year, highlighting her 94.5% save rate, 17 shutouts, 4.54 GPA, and volunteer work.
Coach Gary Hoilett and senior forward Marquerite McPhillips lead Charlotte Catholic to a historic unbeaten season, earning top national honors and showcasing the rise of girls’ soccer in North Carolina.
In a rain‑laden showdown, Myers Park’s girls soccer squad captured the 8A West regional crown, setting the stage for a state title clash with Hoggard.