The Duquesne University women's soccer team achieved their first victory of the 2026 season with a decisive 3-0 win against Cleveland State. After a slow start, Duquesne found the back of the net with a header from Kiley Johnson, followed by goals from Allison Bechtel and Zoe Fries. The Dukes balanced their record to 1-1, showcasing strong performances from both veterans and newcomers.

By the Numbers
  • Duquesne outshot Cleveland State 4-3 in shots on goal, despite being outshot overall 9-6.
  • Kiley Johnson and Allison Bechtel both scored their first NCAA Division I goals in the match.
State of Play
  • The Dukes' overall record improves to 1-1 (.500) following this victory.
  • Duquesne has a 6-5-1 (.542) record in away games over the last two seasons under coach Jessica Giegucz.
What's Next

Duquesne will look to build on this momentum as they continue their road trip, aiming for consecutive wins to strengthen their standing early in the season.

Bottom Line

This victory not only boosts Duquesne鈥檚 morale early in the season but also highlights the potential of both seasoned players and new talent, indicating a promising trajectory for the rest of the year.