LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, Pa. – LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, Pa. – Lincoln University (PA) women's soccer enters the 2026 season with renewed excitement and confidence as the Lions prepare to take the field with their deepest roster in recent years. Featuring a strong returning core, an impressive incoming class and new additions to the coaching staff, Head Coach
Sal Minor
believes the program is poised to take another significant step forward.
"This is the deepest and most talented roster we've had since I arrived at Lincoln," Minor said. "We've brought in players who fit our style of play and, more importantly, our standards. The belief within the program is growing, and I believe this group has the potential to change the trajectory of Lincoln women's soccer."
The Lions return 12 student-athletes from last season while welcoming 18 newcomers who will add talent, depth and competition throughout the roster.
The returning core provides valuable experience, leadership and a competitive mentality. Goalkeeper
Ariel Reyes (Valley Stream, NY)
returns after missing much of last season due to injury and is expected to make an immediate impact with her shot-stopping ability and presence in goal. Alongside Reyes,
Nevaeh Washington (Philadelphia, PA)
provides exceptional depth between the posts while continuing to develop into a dependable goalkeeper.
Defender Ricyonna Walker anchors the back line with consistency and composure, while midfielder
Jordan Allison (Baltimore, MD)
brings creativity, leadership and a relentless work rate in the center of the pitch. Midfielder
Briana Poullard's (Elkton, MD)
explosive speed allows her to stretch opposing defenses and create dangerous scoring opportunities, while her competitive mindset sets the tone for the team. Up front,
Titilayo Alaka (Toronto, ON, CA)
returns after missing last season due to injury and adds pace, physicality and a proven scoring threat to the Lions' attack.
Lincoln's incoming class is expected to make an immediate impact. The program welcomes one of its largest recruiting classes in recent years, featuring a combination of talented freshmen and experienced transfers.
Among the newcomers are defender Aleisa Clarke, defender Mikayla Cubbage, midfielder Autumn Clark and transfer Keylee Campbell from Essex Community College. Campbell brings international experience after representing Jamaica at the U15 and U17 national team levels and currently competing with the U20 national team. Kamaria Wright, Jayden Sitton, Samiah Grogan-Webb, Breanna Steen and the remainder of the incoming class provide additional talent and depth across every position.
"We didn't recruit players simply to fill roster spots," Minor said. "We recruited student-athletes who fit our culture, our style of play and our expectations. Together, this group has the talent, character and work ethic to elevate our program."
As the Lions prepare for the season, Minor hopes the team's identity will be defined by four words: relentless, disciplined, united and family.
"We want to be a team that competes for every ball, defends with pride and plays with purpose," Minor said. "More importantly, we want to build a true family culture built on trust, accountability and an unwavering commitment to one another."
As expectations continue to rise, Lincoln enters the 2026 season focused on making the CACC Tournament and continuing to establish itself as one of the conference's top programs.
"Our expectations are higher than they've ever been because the standard within our program has changed," Minor said. "The goal isn't just to have a good season. It's to build a championship-caliber program that competes at the highest level year after year."
The 2026 season represents another opportunity for the Lions to continue building that foundation as they look to compete with confidence, embrace a championship mindset and proudly represent Lincoln University on and off the field.
Lincoln opens the 2026 season on Thursday, Aug. 27, when the Lions host University of Pittsburgh at Bradford in a non-conference matchup scheduled for 3 p.m.
