UNC Women's Soccer has secured a #2 seed in the NCAA Tournament, overcoming significant challenges this season under interim coach Damon Nahas. Following Anson Dorrance’s unexpected retirement, the team faced hurdles, including injuries to key players mad earlier losses to ranked opponents like Florida State and BYU. As they prepare to face USC Upstate in the first round, the Tar Heels hopes to exorcise past playoff demons and make a strong postseason run.

By the Numbers
  • UNC is ranked #2 in the RPI, while Florida State is #3.
  • Kate Faasse leads the team with 16 goals, the highest by a Tar Heel in at least a decade.
State of Play
  • UNC has recently regained key players, including Maddie Dahlien and Trinity Armstrong, bolstering their lineup.
  • The team is hosting tournament games at Chapel Hill until they either lose or face Florida State again.
What's Next

The Tar Heels face USC Upstate in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on November 15. Should they advance, potential matchups against familiar foes like Florida State or BYU loom in the bracket.

Bottom Line

As the strongest #2 seed in the tournament, UNC Women’s Soccer must navigate a challenging path to reclaim their dominance, leveraging their returning talent to overcome previous playoff disappointments and achieve success in the postseason.