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The Citadel WSOC 2025 Season Preview
8/4/2025 2:00:00 PM | Soccer
⚽ 2025 Women's Soccer Season Preview
Charleston, S.C. – Washington Light Infantry Field
Charleston, S.C. – Washington Light Infantry Field
As the 2025 season kicks off, anticipation is high for a team returning a strong veteran core while adding a promising group of newcomers. With a loaded Southern Conference schedule and a healthy mix of non-league competition, this squad is set up for a strong campaign.
📅 Key Dates & Matchups
🌟 Player Spotlights – 2025 Returners to Watch
Transfers Who Will Make an Immediate Impact
🔰 Freshman Class Spotlight:
The Citadel Women's Soccer program welcomes a talented and geographically diverse first-year class for the 2025 season. This year's newcomers bring a blend of defensive grit, midfield control, attacking flair, and goalkeeping depth — laying the groundwork for the program's future.
🌍 Freshman Class at a Glance:
📺 Where to Watch
All home games will stream live on ESPN+. Live stats will be available for every match.
🔚 Final Word
Head coach Ciaran Traquair is pleased with the depth at the goalkeeper position that complements his youthful attacking third and experienced core players.
The gaffer is also excited by players returning from long injury layoffs; Paez and Adrienne Trerotola in addition to a slew of newcomers: Lizzy Passwaters, Aliah Stevens and Nina Markie.
📅 Key Dates & Matchups
- Aug. 14 @ Presbyterian – Season opener on the road
- Aug. 17 vs. Kennesaw State – Home debut on ESPN+
- Sept. 18 vs. ETSU – SoCon opener at home
- Oct. 5 vs. Western Carolina – Major conference showdown
- Oct. 26 @ Furman – Regular-season finale
🌟 Player Spotlights – 2025 Returners to Watch
- Kennedi Walker (Sr., D) – Veteran defender (55 caps) with leadership presence and physical play.
- Samantha Grantham (Jr., M/F) – Versatile connector in the midfield, who will make further strides after a season-ending injury cut short her freshman campaign in 2023.
- Ariana Paez (Gr., F) – Grad student with a sharp scoring touch who accumulated 12 points through the first seven matches before suffering a season-ending injury in 2024.
- Elisa Fuentes (Sr., M) – Experienced midfielder (53 GP, 41 starts), possesses quick feet and creativity.
Transfers Who Will Make an Immediate Impact
- Ally Stickney (Defender): A tenacious defender from UTEP (25 starts in two years), known for her agility and smart positioning, Stickney anchors the backline with experience and quick decision-making.
- Scarlett Frohardt (Midfielder / Defender): Played 40 matches at NAIA Embry-Riddle (AZ), chipping in 15 points. Versatile and energetic, she will provide solid defensive support while helping transition the ball through midfield.
- Alice Williamson (Forward): A towering forward using her graduate year after playing 44 matches at Southern Miss. Has strong aerial ability and will be a key offensive threat in the attacking third.
- Caelynn January (Midfielder): A dynamic playmaker with excellent vision and ball control, Caelynn appeared in 35 matches over two years for Stephen F. Austin, an NCAA Tournament team in 2024
🔰 Freshman Class Spotlight:
The Citadel Women's Soccer program welcomes a talented and geographically diverse first-year class for the 2025 season. This year's newcomers bring a blend of defensive grit, midfield control, attacking flair, and goalkeeping depth — laying the groundwork for the program's future.
🌍 Freshman Class at a Glance:
- Nine total players
- Representation from seven different states
- A strong mix of positions: two goalkeepers, three defenders, two midfielders, two forwards and several versatile athletes
📺 Where to Watch
All home games will stream live on ESPN+. Live stats will be available for every match.
🔚 Final Word
Head coach Ciaran Traquair is pleased with the depth at the goalkeeper position that complements his youthful attacking third and experienced core players.
The gaffer is also excited by players returning from long injury layoffs; Paez and Adrienne Trerotola in addition to a slew of newcomers: Lizzy Passwaters, Aliah Stevens and Nina Markie.
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