Lindenwood women's soccer kicks off the 2026 season at home against Bellarmine on August 13 at 6:00 p.m. The Lions, entering their fifth Division-I season, aim to build on last year's strong performance, where they finished with a 10-5-5 record and reached the OVC tournament final for the second consecutive year. With nine returning starters, including five All-OVC selections, Lindenwood is positioned as a preseason favorite in the Ohio Valley Conference. Head Coach Dave Musso, now in his ninth season, leads a team eager to enhance its 3-1 record in season openers since 2022.

By the Numbers
  • Lindenwood has a 30-31-16 all-time record since moving to Division-I in 2022.
  • The Lions retained 81.8% of their starts from the 2025 season, with 180 of 220 returning.
State of Play
  • Lindenwood was heavily favored in the OVC preseason poll, receiving nine out of 16 first-place votes.
  • Bellarmine posted an 11-6-3 record last season and advanced to the ASUN conference tournament semifinals.
What's Next

After facing Bellarmine, Lindenwood heads to Saint Louis for their first road game of the season on Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

Bottom Line

With a solid roster and strong preseason expectations, Lindenwood is poised for a competitive season. The outcome against Bellarmine may set the tone for their performance in the OVC and beyond.