The St. Mary's University Women's Soccer team will host nine home matches and two exhibition games during the 2026 season, starting with Our Lady of the Lake on August 13. The Rattlers return 14 letterwinners from a 9-6-3 season, including standout player Elena Kossler, who excelled in numerous scoring categories. The season opens with a home game against Fort Lewis on August 27, and notable events include the Battle of the Saints on September 26. Alumni and Senior Nights are also scheduled later in the season, providing fans multiple opportunities to support the team at Sigma Beta Chi Field.

By the Numbers
  • Rattlers finished 2025 season with a 9-6-3 record.
  • Elena Kossler led the league with 5 game-winning goals and ranked top 16 nationwide in five scoring categories.
State of Play
  • The team will kick off the season with back-to-back exhibition matches at home.
  • The Battle of the Saints against St. Edward's has seen St. Mary's win the last three contests.
What's Next

The Rattlers will aim to build on their previous season's success, with expectations high for Kossler's continued performance and team improvements in Lone Star Conference play. Upcoming games will also provide opportunities to engage fans through promotions and events.

Bottom Line

The 2026 season presents an exciting opportunity for St. Mary's Women's Soccer to build momentum from their recent performance while enhancing community engagement through home matches and fan events.