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USC Upstate Women's Soccer Hosts UNC Asheville for Senior Night Saturday
10/15/2026 9:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – USC Upstate women's soccer returns home Saturday evening as the Spartans welcome UNC Asheville to County University Soccer Stadium for a Big South Conference matchup and the latest installment of the Ingles I-26 Rivalry. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. as Upstate celebrates Senior Night and Youth, honoring its senior class for their contributions to the program, as well as the next generation of players.
MATCH INFORMATION
Matchup: USC Upstate (9-2-3, 5-0-0 Big South) vs. UNC Asheville (7-4-3, 4-1-0 Big South)
Date: Saturday, Oct. 17
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: County University Soccer Stadium | Spartanburg, S.C.
Watch: ESPN+ | https://tinyurl.com/ecyz66au
Live Stats: https://tinyurl.com/ms8dmn5k
Promotions: Senior Day, Ingles I-26 Rivalry Series, and Youth Day
SENIOR DAY
Join us as USC Upstate Women's Soccer celebrates Senior Day and honors the Spartans who have dedicated their time, hard work, and passion to the program. The Senior Day ceremony will take place at 6:30PM, as we recognize our seniors for their contributions both on and off the field. Spartan fans are encouraged to come out and help celebrate these student-athletes and the lasting impact they have made on USC Upstate Women's Soccer, and their quest for a Big South Championship.
YOUTH DAY
Saturday is also Youth Day as we celebrate the next generation of soccer stars! All youth soccer players are encouraged to wear their club jerseys and come out to cheer on the Spartans. Be sure to stick around for our exciting halftime crossbar challenge, where young fans will have the opportunity to show off their soccer skills! Bring your teammates, friends, and family for a fun-filled day of soccer as we cheer on the Spartans!
PREVIEW
USC Upstate enters Saturday's contest with a 9-2-3 overall record and a perfect 5-0-0 mark in Big South Conference play. The Spartans have won five consecutive matches and remain unbeaten at home with a 4-0-1 record. Through 14 matches, Upstate has scored 31 goals on 170 shots, averaging 2.21 goals and 12.1 shots per match. The Spartans have also recorded 21 assists and hold an 85-46 advantage in corner kicks over their opponents.
Liana Bryant leads the Spartans offensively with eight goals, five assists and 21 points, while Jasmyn Mitchner follows with six goals and three assists for 15 points. Lily MacCausland has contributed four goals, while Cansu Kara leads the team with seven assists. Defensively, goalkeeper Hannah Wilt has recorded 51 saves, three shutouts and a .810 save percentage.
Saturday's matchup will also serve as Senior Night, as the Spartans recognize their seniors for their dedication and contributions to USC Upstate women's soccer.
SCOUTING UNC ASHEVILLE
UNC Asheville enters Saturday's matchup with a 7-4-3 overall record and a 4-1-0 mark in Big South Conference play. Through 14 matches, the Bulldogs have scored 33 goals on 209 shots, averaging 2.36 goals and 14.9 shots per match. Asheville has recorded 35 assists and 96 shots on goal while limiting opponents to 15 goals this season.
Lili Adams leads the Bulldogs with nine goals, three assists and 21 points, while Lilly Graumann follows with six goals and six assists for 18 points. Makayla Cihlar has added five goals, while Manuela Schreier has contributed three goals and four assists. In goal, London Phoenix has recorded 54 saves, a .818 save percentage and four individual shutouts.
The matchup is the latest installment of the Ingles I-26 Rivalry, adding even more to a crucial matchup.
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