# Collegiate women's soccer season openers

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260813-collegiate-womens-soccer-season-openers
> Updated: 2026-08-13T18:56:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Collegiate women’s soccer season openers featured several decisive victories. The University of South Dakota defeated the University of Northern Iowa 4-0, with Brooke Conway scoring the opening goal. In a separate match, the University of Iowa secured a 7-0 win against Milwaukee, marking a program record for goals in a season opener and their highest scoring output since 2017.

Additionally, Ball State University defeated IU Indianapolis 2-0. The match, which was rescheduled due to heavy rain, saw Kaelyn Valleau score in the third minute and Anna Kate Robillard add a second goal in the 54th minute. Ball State maintained control with a 13-6 shot advantage to start their season 1-0.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-13: Ball State women's soccer defeats IU Indy 2-0 in season opener

Ball State women's soccer defeated IU Indianapolis 2-0 in their season opener, utilizing two goals from set pieces to secure the victory.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ball-state-womens-soccer-defeats-iu-indy-2-0-in-season-opener

### 2026-08-13: Collegiate women's soccer season openers see South Dakota and Iowa victories

South Dakota defeated UNI 4-0 in women's soccer, while the University of Iowa opened its season with a record-setting 7-0 win over Milwaukee.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/collegiate-womens-soccer-season-openers-see-south-dakota-and-iowa-victories

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