Cincinnati women's soccer to open 2026 season against Eastern Kentucky

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The University of Cincinnati women's soccer team is set to open its 2026 season against Eastern Kentucky University at Gettler Stadium in Cincinnati. The match is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast nationally on ESPN+.

Cincinnati enters the matchup with a 4-0 historical advantage over Eastern Kentucky. The Bearcats roster features five returning starters, including Anna Barber, Emma Gioffre, and Carly Oubs, and has bolstered its lineup with six transfers and eight freshmen.

Eastern Kentucky enters the season following a successful period, including a 10-4-5 record last season where they remained unbeaten at home. The Colonels were unanimously selected by league coaches to win the United Athletic Conference in its inaugural season and feature several preseason award recipients, including goalkeeper Jordan LeVasseur.

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Eastern Kentucky University · Gettler Stadium · University of Cincinnati

Sources

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