UC Davis women's soccer (1-1-0) faces off against Saint Mary's (1-0-1) on August 20, seeking to bounce back from a recent loss to Sacramento State. Despite a strong start to the season with a victory over Fresno State, head coach Kat Mertz remains focused on improving, citing positives from last week's game plan. The Aggies hold an all-time record of 2-12-1 against the Gaels, who recently defeated Fresno State 4-0. The game will be streamed live on ESPN+ and tickets are available for sale online or on-site.

By the Numbers
  • UC Davis has a 1-1 road record against Saint Mary's, with a tie in 2016.
  • Saint Mary's leads the all-time series, 12-2-1, with two consecutive wins in recent meetings.
State of Play
  • UC Davis opened their season with a 2-0 victory over Fresno State but lost 1-0 to Sacramento State in their last outing.
  • Dina Frenkel has played all 180 minutes in goal this season, allowing one penalty goal and achieving a shutout against Fresno State.
What's Next

The Aggies aim to secure their first victory against a tough Saint Mary's team, which could boost their confidence moving forward in the Mountain West Conference. Upcoming matches will further test their skills against strong nonconference opponents.

Bottom Line

As the Aggies take on Saint Mary's, they need to capitalize on their past performances and correct their previous mistakes. Building momentum is crucial as they navigate the remainder of the season in the new Mountain West landscape.