St. John's Women's Soccer has announced its 2026 schedule, featuring 18 matches under Head Coach Ian Stone. The team will play nine games at home in Queens and travel to eight states for the remaining matches. A notable highlight is the season opener against UMass on August 13, marking the team's seventh consecutive home opener victory streak. The Red Storm will return 24 players, including eight regular starters, aiming for strong performances throughout the season, capped with the BIG EAST Championships in November.

By the Numbers
  • 18 total matches: 9 home and 9 away
  • 6 consecutive home opener wins since 2021
  • 24 returning players from last year鈥檚 team
State of Play
  • St. John's will face UMass to kick off the season for a second consecutive year.
  • The team is set to play against an ACC opponent, Boston College, for the first time in nine seasons.
  • Non-conference play concludes with a matchup against Penn after a series of road games.
What's Next

The team will embark on a challenging schedule with intentions to build on last season's performance. Matches against BIG EAST rivals like Villanova and UConn will be critical early in the conference season. Fans can expect to see how returning key players impact team dynamics as they aim for the BIG EAST Championships in November.

Bottom Line

St. John's Women's Soccer is poised for a competitive 2026 season with a robust schedule and a strong roster. The team's ability to leverage its experience and home field advantage could propel the Red Storm into a successful campaign, culminating in a bid for a conference title.