Sun Belt Conference Women’s Soccer Regular Season Finale and Championship Preview
As the 2025 Sun Belt Conference women’s soccer regular season approaches its conclusion on Wednesday, October 29, fans can expect a thrilling array of games with crucial implications for the championship races.
Matchups for October 29
The schedule features a total of six matches, including two divisional contests and three cross-division battles. All six games will be available for viewing on ESPN+.
Championship Landscape
The eight teams vying for the 2025 Sun Belt Women’s Soccer Championship are already determined: Georgia State, James Madison, Louisiana, ULM, Marshall, Old Dominion, South Alabama, and Texas State. As teams prepare for their final games, seeding for the upcoming tournament remains undecided. The championship event is set to take place from November 3-8 at the Foley Sports Tourism Complex in Foley, Alabama.
Race for the Regular Season Title
Five teams are still in contention for the coveted regular season championship based on points earned throughout the season:
- Texas State – 19 points
- ULM – 19 points
- Old Dominion – 18 points
- South Alabama – 18 points
- Georgia State – 16 points
Texas State can secure at least a share of the title with a victory at home against James Madison, whereas ULM needs a win on the road against Louisiana to achieve the same outcome.
Key Matches to Watch
One of the highlights of the day will be the East Division clash in Norfolk, Virginia, where Old Dominion (9-2-4, 5-1-3 SBC) meets Georgia State (9-6-2, 5-3-1 SBC). A victory for Old Dominion would guarantee them the division title and a favorable seed in the upcoming championship. In contrast, if Georgia State wins or draws, it could lead to James Madison (11 division points) seizing the division title.
Western Division Dynamics
In the West Division, South Alabama (11 division points) can clinch the division title and top seed for the championship with a win against Troy, alongside a draw or loss by ULM. Conversely, ULM also has a path to the title requiring a win against Louisiana coupled with South Alabama’s failure. Texas State’s chances hinge upon both South Alabama and ULM losing.
Rematch at Texas State
Adding to the excitement, James Madison (8-4-5, 4-2-3 SBC) faces Texas State (8-2-6, 5-0-4 SBC) in a rematch of last year’s Sun Belt Championship game, which James Madison won 3-2 in a nail-biting finish.
Conference Standing and Rankings
As of October 27, six Sun Belt programs are positioned within the top 100 of the NCAA Women’s Soccer RPI, ranking fifth among all Division I conferences:
- South Alabama – No. 49
- James Madison – No. 57
- Old Dominion – No. 61
- Marshall – No. 89
- ULM – No. 90
Unbeaten Streaks and Draw Records
ULM has extended its lead with the longest unbeaten streak in the league to 12 matches following a 2-2 draw at Georgia Southern. Meanwhile, Texas State boasts a nine-match unbeaten streak at home against Sun Belt teams, achieving a 10-0-5 record at home since late 2022. Notably, Coastal Carolina has set a conference record with eight draws this season.
Recent Hat Tricks
Four players have tallied hat tricks in games this season, with notable performances including:
- Hina Suzuki, Georgia State – 3 goals vs. Truett McConnell (Aug. 14)
- Kennedy Horn, Arkansas State – 4 goals vs. Arkansas-Pine Bluff (Sept. 7)
- Ginny Lackey, James Madison – 3 goals vs. Louisiana (Oct. 10)
- Miku Kurihara, Louisiana – 3 goals at Troy (Oct. 24)
Game Broadcast Schedule
Here’s a snapshot of the matches scheduled for October 29, including the broadcast details:
| Date | Time | Matchup | Broadcast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 6:30 p.m. | Coastal Carolina at Arkansas State | N/A |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 5:00 p.m. | Georgia Southern at App State | ESPN+ |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 6:00 p.m. | Southern Miss at Marshall | ESPN+ |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 6:00 p.m. | Georgia State at Old Dominion | ESPN+ |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | James Madison at Texas State | ESPN+ |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | South Alabama at Troy | ESPN+ |
| Wed., Oct. 29 | 7:00 p.m. | ULM at Louisiana | ESPN+ |
