CHICAGO, Ill. – Chicago State University and Head Women's Soccer Coach Kevin Larry have announced the Cougars' 2026 women's soccer schedule, featuring a competitive slate of non-conference contests and NEC Conference matchups as Chicago State continues to build momentum within the program.
The Cougars will begin the year with a pair of exhibition contests, hosting Morehead State on August 5 before traveling to Eastern Illinois on August 8. Chicago State officially opens the regular season on August 16 when the Cougars welcome UT Martin to Chicago.
Chicago State's 2026 schedule features a balanced mix of regional opponents and conference competition, including matchups against Purdue, Indiana State, IUPUI, Western Illinois, Southern Illinois, Wisconsin Green Bay and Alabama A&M before entering the heart of Northeast Conference play.
All home matches during the 2026 season will be played at Gwendolyn Brooks College Preparatory Academy High School.
Conference action begins in September as Chicago State continues its pursuit of a NEC Conference Championship berth. The Cougars' home NEC slate includes contests against Delaware State, Stonehill, New Haven, Le Moyne and Wagner.
The regular season concludes on November 1 with a road matchup at Howard before the NEC Championship begins. The NEC Semifinals are scheduled for November 12, followed by the NEC Championship match on November 15.
2026 Home Schedule
- Aug. 5 – Morehead State (Exhibtion)
- Aug. 16 – UT Martin
- Aug. 27 – Alabama A&M
- Sept. 6 – Southern Illinois
- Sept. 20 – Delaware State
- Oct. 8 – Stonehill
- Oct. 11 – New Haven
- Oct. 18 – Le Moyne
- Oct. 25 – Wagner
Fans are encouraged to visit
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All game dates, locations and match times are subject to change. Fans are encouraged to visit GoCSUCougars.com for the most up-to-date schedule information throughout the season.
