Upcoming Event: Women's Soccer versus Iowa (Exhibition) on August 8, 2026 at 1 p.m. CT
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Kansas Soccer Announces 2026 Schedule
6/12/2026 9:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
LAWRENCE, Kan. – After a record-breaking season that was highlighted by a trip to the Sweet 16, Kansas Soccer announced its 2026 schedule on Friday. The schedule features eight contests at Rock Chalk Park and 11 Big 12 Conference games.
"We're excited about the challenges that await us in the 2026 season," said Lie, who recently agreed to a five-year contract extension through the 2030 season. "Last season was an important step forward for our program and showed what this team is capable of achieving."
The Jayhawks will play nine matches at Rock Chalk Park, including one exhibition match, and 11 games on the road. Kansas will open up the season on Aug. 12, hosting Utah State. The next four matches will be on the road, starting off on Aug. 16 at Missouri State. The Jayhawks will conclude non-conference play with a rematch of the 2024 NCAA Tournament First Round game at Saint Louis on Sept. 12.Â
Kansas will then begin conference play at Cincinnati on Sept. 18 and will conclude Big 12 play by hosting Texas Tech on Nov. 5.
Following the conclusion of the regular season, the top eight teams will qualify for the 2026 Big 12 Soccer Tournament, with the location to be announced at a later date. The quarterfinals will be on Nov. 9, the semifinals on Nov. 11 and the championship match will be held on Nov. 14.
The 2025 season was a historic one as Kansas finished with a 16-6-3 record and advanced to the third round of the NCAA Tournament for just the third time in program history, while also ending the year No. 10 in RPI and ranked No. 13 in the final United Soccer Coaches poll. The Jayhawks set new single-season records in goals (51), corner kicks (172) and points (154). The 16 wins were also the fourth most in school history.
"After advancing to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament a year ago, our group understands the importance of approaching each match with focus and determination," Lie continued. "We look forward to embracing that challenge and competing against a strong schedule."
Kansas will be entering its 32nd season of women's soccer when the team begins the 2026 season.
SCHEDULE NOTES
TICKETING
With a successful 2025 season on the field, record crowds showed up to Rock Chalk Park to support the team. Three of the top five attendances in Rock Chalk Park history were recorded last season, including 2,613 fans for the NCAA Tournament First Round Match against California Baptist. Be on the lookout for season tickets and single-game tickets as they go on sale in the coming weeks.
"We're excited about the challenges that await us in the 2026 season," said Lie, who recently agreed to a five-year contract extension through the 2030 season. "Last season was an important step forward for our program and showed what this team is capable of achieving."
The Jayhawks will play nine matches at Rock Chalk Park, including one exhibition match, and 11 games on the road. Kansas will open up the season on Aug. 12, hosting Utah State. The next four matches will be on the road, starting off on Aug. 16 at Missouri State. The Jayhawks will conclude non-conference play with a rematch of the 2024 NCAA Tournament First Round game at Saint Louis on Sept. 12.Â
Kansas will then begin conference play at Cincinnati on Sept. 18 and will conclude Big 12 play by hosting Texas Tech on Nov. 5.
Following the conclusion of the regular season, the top eight teams will qualify for the 2026 Big 12 Soccer Tournament, with the location to be announced at a later date. The quarterfinals will be on Nov. 9, the semifinals on Nov. 11 and the championship match will be held on Nov. 14.
The 2025 season was a historic one as Kansas finished with a 16-6-3 record and advanced to the third round of the NCAA Tournament for just the third time in program history, while also ending the year No. 10 in RPI and ranked No. 13 in the final United Soccer Coaches poll. The Jayhawks set new single-season records in goals (51), corner kicks (172) and points (154). The 16 wins were also the fourth most in school history.
"After advancing to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament a year ago, our group understands the importance of approaching each match with focus and determination," Lie continued. "We look forward to embracing that challenge and competing against a strong schedule."
Kansas will be entering its 32nd season of women's soccer when the team begins the 2026 season.
SCHEDULE NOTES
- 19 regular season matches and one exhibition match on the 2026 schedule
- Exhibition match against Iowa on August 8 at Rock Chalk Park
- Eight regular season games at Rock Chalk Park
- August 12 season opener against Utah State at Rock Chalk Park
- 11 conference matches
- September 18 conference opener at Cincinnati
- September 24 home conference opener against Arizona State at Rock Chalk Park
- Eight opponents made the NCAA Tournament in 2025: Utah State, Ohio State, Utah Valley, Baylor, Colorado, BYU, TCU, Texas Tech
- Five Big 12 opponents at home: Arizona State, Arizona, Iowa State, BYU, Texas Tech
- Six Big 12 opponents on the road: Cincinnati, Baylor, Kansas State, Colorado, TCU, Houston
- Non-conference opponents from the Pac-12, Conference USA, Big Ten, Mid-American, Western Athletic Conference, American, Summit League, Atlantic 10
- Will play matches in six states (Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, Utah, Texas, Colorado)
- First meeting in program history against Kent State
- All dates and times are subject to change
- Broadcast and promotional schedules will be released prior to the start of the season
TICKETING
With a successful 2025 season on the field, record crowds showed up to Rock Chalk Park to support the team. Three of the top five attendances in Rock Chalk Park history were recorded last season, including 2,613 fans for the NCAA Tournament First Round Match against California Baptist. Be on the lookout for season tickets and single-game tickets as they go on sale in the coming weeks.
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| 2026 Kansas Soccer Schedule | |||
| Date(s) | Day(s) | Opponent | Location (Venue) |
| Aug. 8 | Saturday | Iowa (Exh.) | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Aug. 12 | Wednesday | Utah State | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Aug. 16 | Sunday | at Missouri State | Springfield, Mo. (Betty and Bobby Allison South Stadium) |
| Aug. 20 | Thursday | at Ohio State | Columbus, Ohio (Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium) |
| Aug. 23 | Sunday | at Kent State | Kent, Ohio (Zoeller Field at Dix Stadium) |
| Aug. 27 | Thursday | at Utah Valley | Orem, Utah (UCCU Stadium) |
| Aug. 30 | Sunday | Tulsa | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Sept. 3 | Thursday | Kansas City | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Sept. 12 | Saturday | at Saint Louis | St. Louis, Mo. (Hermann Stadium) |
| Sept. 18 | Friday | at Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio (Gettler Stadium) |
| Sept. 24 | Thursday | Arizona State | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Sept. 27 | Sunday | Arizona | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Oct. 2 | Friday | at Baylor | Waco, Texas (Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field) |
| Oct. 8 | Thursday | at Kansas State | Manhattan, Kan. (Buser Family Park) |
| Oct. 11 | Sunday | at Colorado | Boulder, Colo. (Prentup Field) |
| Oct. 16 | Friday | Iowa State | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Oct. 22 | Thursday | BYU | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Oct. 25 | Sunday | at TCU | Fort Worth, Texas (Garvey-Rosenthal Soccer Stadium) |
| Oct. 30 | Friday | at Houston | Houston, Texas (Carl Lewis International Complex) |
| Nov. 5 | Thursday | Texas Tech | Lawrence, Kan. (Rock Chalk Park) |
| Big 12 Championship | |||
| Nov. 9 | Monday | Quarterfinals | TBD |
| Nov. 11 | Wednesday | Semifinals | TBD |
| Nov. 14 | Saturday | Championship | TBD |
| NCAA Women's Soccer Championship | |||
| Nov. 20-22 | Fri.-Sun. | First Round | Campus Sites |
| Nov. 26 | Thursday | Second Round | Campus Sites |
| Nov. 29 | Sunday | Third Round | Campus Sites |
| Dec. 4-5 | Fri.-Sat. | Quarterfinals | Campus Sites |
| Dec. 11 | Friday | Semifinals | Cary, N.C. (First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park) |
| Dec. 14 | Monday | Championship | Cary, N.C. (First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park) |
Wednesday, April 22
Monday, March 02
Sunday, November 23
Friday, November 21