The Wake Forest women's soccer team secured a 2-1 victory over South Carolina in the first round of the NCAA tournament, advancing to the round of 32 for the 16th time in program history. Freshman Kylie Maxwell and junior Sammi Wiemann scored for the Demon Deacons, who maintained strong defensive pressure throughout the match. This win marks Wake Forest's third advancement to the second round in the past five years, contributing to their impressive home record. The team will face No. 2-seed Michigan State next in East Lansing on November 20.

By the Numbers
  • Wake Forest holds an overall NCAA tournament record of 27-22-2.
  • Freshmen have contributed to 44% of the team's 32 goals this season, totaling 14 goals.
State of Play
  • Wake Forest has a commendable home record of 23-1-8 over the last three seasons.
  • They remain unbeaten at home in 2025 with a 9-0-3 record so far.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Wake Forest will compete against No. 2-seed Michigan State in the next round of the NCAA Tournament, with the potential for a third-round match if they secure a win.

Bottom Line

Wake Forest's recent victory underscores their resilience and depth, particularly from their freshman players, setting the stage for a crucial matchup against Michigan State that could further elevate their tournament run.