BIRMINGHAM – Entering its first season in the American Athletic Conference, the UAB Women’s Soccer team has been predicted to finish second in the league’s East Division, the conference announced today.
The Blazers received 40 points, including one first place vote. South Florida was chosen to finish atop the East Division with 61 points. Florida Atlantic was selected third (39) followed by East Carolina (35), Charlotte (29) and Temple (12).
In the West Division, two-time defending conference champion Memphis was the unanimous 2023 preseason favorite with 61 points. SMU earned one first-place vote and 50 total points for second place. North Texas was selected third with 35 points, followed by Rice (30), UTSA (23) and Tulsa (17).
The poll was voted on by the league’s head coaches. Coaches are not allowed to vote for their own team.
Additionally, Carlyn Presley, Jessica Wheeler and Asha Zuniga have been named to the AAC’s Watch List.
The American will have 12 teams competing in women’s soccer with the additions of UAB, Charlotte, Florida Atlantic, North Texas, Rice and UTSA joining continuing members East Carolina, Memphis, South Florida, SMU, Temple and Tulsa.
UAB opens the 2023 season Aug. 17 against Georgia Southern at PNC Field. Kickoff is set for 7:05 p.m. The match will be streamed on ESPN+.
GOLD CARD
Women’s Soccer season tickets are available for $65 by purchasing the 2023-24 Gold Card. The Gold Card will allow you to gain access to all home events for Women’s Soccer, Men’s Soccer, Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for American Athletic Conference or NCAA Championship events.
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