Bowling Green State University has been chosen to finish third in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) women's soccer regular season for 2026. Released on August 11, the preseason poll indicated that BGSU received 101 points, trailing only Western Michigan (119 points) and Miami (102 points). The Falcons are looking to build on their previous successful season where they reached the MAC Tournament championship match, and they return 19 players from that team.

By the Numbers
  • BGSU received 101 points in the poll, ranking third.
  • Western Michigan led the poll with 119 points and nine first-place votes.
  • BGSU advanced to the MAC Tournament final after finishing fifth in the regular season in 2025.
State of Play
  • BGSU's 2025 record was 10-3-9 overall, with a 4-1-7 mark in MAC play.
  • The Falcons begin their regular-season schedule against Robert Morris on August 16.
What's Next

The Falcons aim to challenge for the MAC title this season after their promising previous performance. Their first match against Robert Morris will be crucial in setting the tone for their season. Continued improvement and team chemistry will be essential for reaching the postseason once again.

Bottom Line

Bowling Green's third-place prediction underlines their potential this season, but the Falcons must capitalize on their returning talent and previous experience. Strong performances early in the season will be key to overcoming the predictions and making a deeper tournament run.