Five standout players from the Colorado soccer team earned spots on the Big 12 Preseason All-Conference Team, the most from any school. The list features Hope Leyba, who set a program record with 22 goals last season, along with Faith Leyba, Caley Swierenga, Reagan Kotschau, and Jace Holley. Colorado finished the 2025 season with a strong record of 17-4-2 and made it to the NCAA Sweet 16. The team is now ranked second in the Big 12 Preseason Poll, marking their highest ranking in history.

By the Numbers
  • Hope Leyba scored a program-record 22 goals in 2025.
  • Colorado received 187 points in the Big 12 Preseason Poll, with one first-place vote.
State of Play
  • Colorado is set to open the 2026 Big 12 season ranked second in league history.
  • The team's previous highest preseason ranking was third in 2004, 2007, and 2009.
What's Next

The Buffaloes will kick off their season on August 12, hosting Colorado State at 7 p.m. at Prentup Field. Fans are eager to see how the highly ranked team performs and builds on last season's success.

Bottom Line

With five players honored in the preseason and a historic ranking, Colorado soccer is poised for success in the upcoming season, aiming to capitalize on its momentum and previous achievements.