CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - The American Rivers Conference has released its 2025 women's soccer preseason coaches' poll on Tuesday, Aug. 19 with Wartburg being picked to finish third overall.
The Knights will open the regular season on Friday, Aug. 29 on the road against Calvin University at 3 p.m. (CST)
Full Poll:
2025 American Rivers Conference
Women's Soccer Preseason Coaches' Poll |
| Place |
Team (First-place votes) |
Points |
| 1. |
Loras (7) |
63 |
| 2. |
Simpson (2) |
57 |
| 3. |
Wartburg |
51 |
| 4. |
Univ. of Dubuque |
42 |
| 5. |
Central |
35 |
| 6. |
Luther |
29 |
| 7. |
Nebraska Wesleyan |
22 |
| 8. |
Coe |
14 |
| 9. |
Buena Vista |
11 |
A-R-C Preview
With a wealth of experience returning,
Wartburg College looks poised for another strong run in 2025. Head coach
Emily Ryan welcomes back standout defenders
Avery Mize and
Lindsey Overmann, as well as midfield leaders
Greta Rothe and
Sami Webster. The Knights bring back the bulk of their starting lineup and will look to their depth and veteran presence to climb even higher in the standings this season.
"The A-R-C is filled with a lot of talent again this yearand the 2025 season should be another competitive one," said Ryan. "We are excited to get rolling!"
