Drake women's soccer kicks off its 2026 season with a road trip, facing Wyoming on August 13 and Colorado College on August 16. As the reigning Missouri Valley Conference champions and preseason favorites, the Bulldogs aim for continued success this year. With four athletes on the MVC Preseason Team, including Isabella Balsley and Angela Gutierrez, Drake is poised for another strong season.

By the Numbers
  • Drake received 96 total points and seven first-place votes in the MVC preseason poll.
  • Alyssa Glover from Wyoming scored a league-leading 11 goals in 2025.
  • Kendall Memoly and Finley Schoenbeck are the top returning scorers for Colorado College, with 6 and 4 goals, respectively.
State of Play
  • Drake finished the previous season with a stellar record of 9-5-3 and is aiming for a repeat championship.
  • Wyoming is looking to improve its 7-6-6 record, targeting consistency for a MWC title run.
  • Colorado College struggles in recent years, finishing 5-6-7 but hopes for a rebound with returning key players.
What's Next

Following the Rocky Mountain trip, Drake returns home for a five-game homestand, starting against Iowa State on August 20. This stretch will be crucial for solidifying their conference standing early in the season.

Bottom Line

Drake is set up for a strong 2026 season, but success depends on overcoming challenges from Wyoming and Colorado College, both looking to disrupt the Bulldogs' quest to retain their title.