No. 10 Chicago Defeats No. 1 WashU 2-1 to Win UAA Women’s Soccer Title
The top-ranked Washington University in St. Louis women’s soccer team suffered a 2-1 defeat against No. 10 Chicago on Saturday afternoon, bringing a dramatic close to the regular season and handing the Bears their first loss since the 2023 season.
Annabel Edwards Scores Decisive Penalty Kick to Defeat WashU
The match saw intense action unfold quickly in the first half. Chicago broke the ice at 34:17 when Annabel Edwards netted a high right goal, assisted by Kaitlyn Gomez and Nola Sherrod. WashU responded immediately just 21 seconds later at 34:38. Junior Cami Colpitts slipped a shot past the keeper off a pass from sophomore Monica Morales-Martinez to level the score at 1-1.
The deadlock broke in the 52nd minute following a yellow card issued against the Bears inside the box. Edwards stepped up to convert the resulting penalty kick, securing the game-winner for the Maroons. The victory also clinched the 2026 UAA Championship for Chicago, marking their first conference title since 2017 and their first outright title since 2010.
Amanda Kayari Makes Eight Saves as Chicago Resists WashU Shots
Despite the scoreboard deficit, WashU outshot Chicago 13-9 overall, holding a 10-3 advantage in shots on goal and earning seven corner kicks to the hosts’ four. Senior Sophie Viscovich recorded three shots, all on target, while Morales-Martinez added two shots on goal.
Chicago sophomore goalkeeper Amanda Kayari anchored the defense with a career-high eight saves. Kayari turned away a flurry of WashU attacks in the second half, including a crucial kick save in the 74th minute and subsequent defensive clearance by Hadley Hagwell off the line during a corner kick.
NCAA Postseason Selection Show on Monday Morning
WashU concludes the regular-season campaign with a 15-1-2 record. The Bears now turn their attention to the national tournament.
The NCAA selection show is scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time, where the team will learn its postseason destination and bracket placement.