Soccer | 8/30/2023 1:35:00 PM

DENTON, Texas (August 30, 2023) – It's officially soccer time in Denton, Texas! The Texas Woman's soccer team officially kicks off their 2023 season on Thursday, August 31 at 7 p.m. at Pioneer Soccer Park.

The Pioneers will look to start off the 2023 season in the win column against Missouri Southern State.

The game on Thursday night marks the first game of the 2023 season for both TWU and Missouri Southern State.

With the home-field advantage and the energy high, the Pioneers will look to notch their first win of the season on Thursday night.

UNDER THE LIGHTS

• Make sure to purchase your tickets here! Tickets can only be purchased online!
• Please take note of our NEW CLEAR BAG POLICY. TWU-branded clear bags can be purchased online and picked up at the gate.
• Wear maroon and bring the energy for the Pioneers! Looking for some new TWU swag? Purchase a TWU Soccer Scarf here and pick it up at the game!
• If you are unable to make it to Pioneer Soccer Park, the game can be livestreamed here and you can follow along with live stats here.

PROTECT THE PARK

• A LOOK AT THE LIONS: Last year, the Lions finished the season with an overall record of 2-14-1. They return three All-MIAA players from last season: goalkeeper Lily Doneghue, defender Sofia Fatino, and midfielder Maya Greenquist. In the most recent MIAA Coaches Poll, the Lions were picked to finish 10th in the MIAA this season.
• A LOOK AT THE PIONEERS: The Pioneers returned All-LSC Third Team honoree Alyssa Valdez this season. TWU was recently picked to finish 11th in the Lone Star Conference Preseason Poll. With a group of 14 strong returners, the Pioneers also welcome 14 new players to the roster this season, which will provide a dynamic change in TWU's attack and defensive pressure.
• OPEN OPPORTUNITIES: Last season, the Pioneers averaged 10.7 shots per game, while the Lions averaged 9.8. TWU will look to generate more looks on frame this season and take advantage of open opportunities on goal. Returning Lions goalkeeper Doneghue averaged a 74.3% save percentage and allowed a total of 18 goals on the 2022 season. TWU will look to test Doneghue tomorrow night.