Furman senior Norah Roller has earned a spot on the preseason All-Southern Conference team, and the Paladins have been predicted to finish second in the league standings for the 2026 season, according to a poll of the conference's head coaches. Roller, from Birmingham, Ala., made significant contributions to the team last season, scoring eight goals and aiding in crucial moments, including a pair of match-winning goals. While Samford is the favorite to win the conference, Furman shares second place in the voting with ETSU. The Paladins will kick off their regular season against Charlotte on August 13.

By the Numbers
  • Norah Roller scored 8 goals and provided 2 assists in the 2025 season.
  • Furman received 80 points in the preseason poll, tying with ETSU for second place.
State of Play
  • Furman opens the 2026 season on August 13 against Charlotte.
  • Upcoming home opener scheduled for August 18 against North Greenville at Stone Soccer Stadium.
What's Next

As the season progresses, Furman will aim to challenge Samford for the top spot in the SoCon while looking to build on Roller鈥檚 impressive performance from last year.

Bottom Line

With Roller鈥檚 recognition and strong preseason ranking, Furman is positioned well to make a significant impact in the upcoming women's soccer season, potentially vying for the championship title.