Xavier women's soccer kicks off its home schedule on August 16 against Miami (Ohio) at Corcoran Field, aiming to bounce back from an opening loss to No. 7 Michigan State. The Musketeers, who had a strong 2025 season with a record of 16-4-2, are ranked third in the BIG EAST Preseason Coaches Poll under new head coach Katy Etelman. Miami (Ohio) enters the matchup after being ranked second in the MAC Preseason Poll, having finished 11-5-3 last season.

By the Numbers
  • Xavier holds a 16-4-2 record from the previous season, including winning the BIG EAST Tournament.
  • Peyton Kohls was named Preseason BIG EAST Offensive Player of the Year after leading the Musketeers with 20 points in 2025.
State of Play
  • Xavier is looking to recover from a 0-1 start to the 2026 season.
  • This match is Miami's season opener, and they are seeking to rebound after a disappointing exit in the previous season's league tournament.
What's Next

Following the match against Miami, Xavier will head to Ann Arbor to face Michigan on August 22, before returning home to host Indiana on August 26.

Bottom Line

Xavier aims to leverage its strong returnee base and preseason accolades to secure a victory and boost momentum as they navigate a challenging schedule in the early season.