Cayla Jackson returns for second season with Illinois soccer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:51 AM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Cayla Jackson returns for second season with Illinois soccer

Summary

Cayla Jackson, an All-Big Ten selection, is set to return for her second year with Illinois soccer. The Illini finished last season with a record of 13-6-2, marking the best start in program history under head coach Katie Hultin. Illinois kicks off its regular season on August 13 against Georgia. Jackson's leadership and experience are expected to play key roles as the team aims to build on its previous success.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Key Details

•Cayla Jackson is an All-Big Ten selection.
•Illinois finished last season with a 13-6-2 record.
•The team had its best start in program history last year.
•Illinois opens the regular season on August 13 against Georgia.
•Katie Hultin is in her second year as head coach.

Latest Updates

3:51 AMYahoo Sports — ONE-ON-ONE: All-Big Ten selection Cayla Jackson back for year two with Illini soccer

What they're saying

"
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois soccer returning starter Cayla Jackson spoke one-on-one with WCIA 3’s Tristan Thomas to preview the upcoming season. Last year, the Illini finished the year with a 13-6-2 record, getting out to the best start in program history in the first season under head coach Katie Hultin. Illinois starts the regular […]
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Soccer