Chloe Brecht, a junior at Butler, has been named to the Preseason All-BIG EAST Team, as announced by the conference. This recognition follows her successful 2025 season, where she scored two goals and recorded four assists after transferring from Pittsburgh. The selection was made by conference head coaches, who voted without bias toward their own players. The Butler Bulldogs are projected to rank eighth in the 2026 BIG EAST Preseason Coaches' Poll, with Georgetown leading the standings.

By the Numbers
  • Brecht scored 2 goals and provided 4 assists in the 2025 season.
  • Butler is ranked 8th with 39 points in the 2026 BIG EAST Preseason Coaches' Poll.
Yes, But

While Brecht's selection highlights her individual prowess, Butler's team ranking at eighth raises questions about their overall competitiveness in the upcoming season.

State of Play
  • Georgetown sits at the top of the Preseason Coaches' Poll with 98 points, receiving eight first-place votes.
  • UConn and Xavier round out the top three with 89 and 78 points, respectively.
What's Next

As the season approaches, Brecht will look to build on her individual momentum and help lift Butler's performance in conference play, aiming for a stronger team standing by the end of the season.

Bottom Line

Brecht's recognition as a Preseason All-BIG EAST Team member underscores her talent, but Butler's need for improvement as a team is crucial to enhance their competitive edge in the BIG EAST conference.