Penn State's eighth-seeded women's soccer team secured a 3-0 win against Army in the opening round of the 2025 NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Championships. With this victory, Penn State has clinched their 17th consecutive win in the opening round, continuing their streak since 2009. The team, now with a 10-7-3 record for the season, displayed a robust performance, outshooting Army 21-9 and maintaining a strong defensive line throughout the match.

By the Numbers
  • Penn State has now recorded 10+ wins for 32 consecutive seasons since 1994.
  • This is their 48th NCAA Tournament win at Jeffrey Field, with an all-time tournament record of 67-28-3.
State of Play
  • Penn State's last shutout was their second consecutive clean sheet at Jeffrey Field.
  • PSU's goal scorers included Kaitlyn MacBean (10 goals this season), Amelia White (6 goals this season), and freshman Dikte Bang (1st collegiate goal).
What's Next

Penn State will face top-seeded Virginia on November 20, seeking revenge after a previous 1-0 defeat earlier in the season. The match will be streamed live on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

Penn State continues to demonstrate dominance in the NCAA Tournament with consistent performances and a strong roster, positioning themselves as serious contenders as they advance to the next round against a tough opponent.