Truett McConnell University women's soccer has announced its 2026 schedule, aiming to continue its successful momentum after a 19-2-2 season in 2025, which included winning the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) regular season title. Under head coach David McDowell, the team has qualified for the NAIA National Tournament for seven consecutive years and is gunning for its fifth straight AAC regular season championship. The season kicks off with scrimmages, followed by the first official match on August 20 against SCAD-Savannah. Other notable matches include conference games and rival contests leading up to the AAC Tournament scheduled from November 3 to November 11.

By the Numbers
  • 19 wins in the 2025 season, contributing to a 19-2-2 record.
  • 7 consecutive years qualified for the NAIA National Tournament.
State of Play
  • The team has scheduled two scrimmages before the regular season starts.
  • The regular season opens on August 20 at the TMU Soccer Complex.
  • AAC play begins on September 12 against Montreat.
What's Next

The team will focus on maintaining its winning streak in both the regular season and AAC Tournament as they prepare to defend their titles. Scrimmages will serve as a crucial evaluation period before the season officially begins.

Bottom Line

As Truett McConnell University women’s soccer embarks on its 2026 campaign, the emphasis will be on leveraging past successes to seek further triumphs in the AAC and beyond, making their opening matches critical for establishing momentum.