The University of Colorado Colorado Springs women's soccer team has been ranked No. 3 in the RMAC Preseason Coaches' Poll, receiving 131 points and five first-place votes. Colorado School of Mines topped the poll with 134 points, while Colorado Mesa University followed closely with 132 points and five first-place nods as well. UCCS had three players named to the Preseason All-RMAC Team, highlighting the team's strong potential for the upcoming season. The Mountain Lions aim to build on their success from 2025, where they progressed to the NCAA tournament after reaching the RMAC semifinals.

By the Numbers
  • UCCS collected 131 total points and five first-place votes in the preseason poll.
  • Colorado School of Mines received 134 points and Colorado Mesa University had 132 points.
State of Play
  • The Mountain Lions finished the 2025 season strong, making a deep run in the NCAA Division II Women's Soccer Tournament.
  • UCCS will launch their 2026 season at home on August 27 against Point Loma Nazarene University.
What's Next

UCCS looks to capitalize on their preseason ranking by building momentum through their non-conference games before starting RMAC play on September 17 at Fort Lewis College. The performance of their three standout players will be crucial in their upcoming matches.

Bottom Line

The Mountain Lions are positioned as a formidable contender in the RMAC, leveraging key player performances from Abby Stassi, Taylynn Levi, and Malia Groshong to compete for the top spot. Their ranking reflects both past achievements and future potential in the conference landscape.