UConn women's soccer opens 2026 season against Stony Brook
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:24 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
UConn women's soccer begins its 2026 season on August 13 against Stony Brook. The Huskies are coming off an 11-4-3 season and are in a transition period after losing nine starters. With a record six new players added through the transfer portal, head coach Rodriguez is optimistic despite recent exhibition struggles. The team's goal is to contend for the Big East championship and return to the NCAA Tournament.
- •UConn faces Stony Brook in its season opener tonight at 6 p.m. ET.
- •The Huskies aim to return to the NCAA Tournament after missing out last year.
- •Nine starters from the previous season have departed.
- •Rodriguez has bolstered the roster with six new transfers this year.
- •UConn's home opener is scheduled against Rutgers on August 20.
- 6:24 PMYahoo Sports — UConn women’s soccer 2026 season preview
"Despite being in the midst of a rebuild, expectations are high for the Huskies.
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