University of California Davis Women's Soccer Recruiting

University of California DavisWomen's SoccerNCAA Division IBig Sky ConferenceDavis, CA2027 recruiting class

University of California Davis Women's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Big Sky Conference, based at a public school in Davis, CA with about 32,253 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 199 by Massey Ratings (186 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's mid competitiveness tier. Kat Mertz is the head coach, working with 3 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 3 of 4 coaches after signup.

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Program snapshot

University of California Davis Women's Soccer program snapshot
FactValue
DivisionNCAA Division I
ConferenceBig Sky Conference
LocationDavis, CA
Massey rank199 by Massey Ratings (186 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer
Competitiveness tierMid Ranked between the 35th and 70th percentile of Massey rated programs in its division and gender.
School typePublic
Undergraduates32,253
Official rosterUniversity of California Davis women's soccer roster
  • AGGIE STADIUM

Coaching staff

Coach names and roles are public information. Inkbound provides the verified email address and a drafted introduction after signup.

University of California Davis Women's Soccer coaching staff
NameRole
Kat MertzHead Coach
Abbie FaingoldAssistant Coach
Emilee TominovichAssistant Coach
Travis ClarkeAssistant Coach

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How to approach this coaching staff

Start with Kat Mertz, the head coach. University of California Davis carries a larger women's soccer staff, with 3 assistant coaches listed beside the head coach. On staffs this size recruiting is usually split, so address the head coach and include the assistant most likely to run recruiting.

As general context, NCAA Division I is the highest level of college soccer. D1 programs may offer athletic scholarships, and most D1 rosters are largely settled a year or more before a recruiting class enrolls. University of California Davis sits in the middle of its division by Massey rank, which is where well prepared club players who reach out early tend to find real conversations.

University of California Davis is a public large school on a suburban campus with about 32,253 undergraduates. At a large university the women's soccer staff is one of many programs competing for attention, so be specific about position, graduation year, and why this roster. The acceptance rate is 43 percent, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.

Inkbound has verified email addresses for 3 of the 4 coaches listed for University of California Davis women's soccer and drafts the introduction after signup, sent from your own Gmail so replies come back to you. Put your graduation year, club, and position in the subject line so the women's staff can sort your message quickly.

Recruiting difficulty

Massey Ratings place University of California Davis women's soccer at 199 by Massey Ratings (186 of 318 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I women's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 42 percent of ranked programs in the division, in the middle of the table.

Inkbound labels the program Mid tier. Ranked between the 35th and 70th percentile of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. For a typical recruit that means a realistic target for solid club level players who reach out early and follow up. Staffs in this band are often still building a class into the senior year.

Inkbound's composite strength score for the program is 43 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NCAA Division I women's programs.

Academics and cost at University of California Davis

University of California Davis academics and cost
MeasureValue
Acceptance rate43 percent
Graduation rate85 percent
Average net price$14,741 per year
In state tuition$16,774
Out of state tuition$50,974
Top majorsResearch and Experimental Psychology, Management Sciences and Information Systems, Economics, Computer Science, Neuroscience and Neurobiology, Political Science and Government
SettingSuburban

Roster

The official University of California Davis women's soccer roster is published by the athletics department and is the source for current players, positions, and hometowns.

Inkbound tracks the coaching staff, division, conference, and rating data for this program. Roster composition and class year needs come from the school, so ask the staff directly about openings in your position.

28 players on the 2026 roster: 9 defenders, 8 midfielders, 8 forwards, 3 goalkeepers.

University of California Davis Women's Soccer roster
No.NamePositionClassHometownHeight
0Dina FrenkelGoalkeeperRedshirt FreshmanSan Francisco, CA5'7"
00Piper WilkisonGoalkeeperRedshirt SophomoreNewport Beach, CA5'7"
1Cat PieperGoalkeeperRedshirt SeniorRandom Lake, WI5'7"
2Lakelee PerkinsForwardRedshirt SophomoreRocklin, CA5'6"
3Livi LewisDefenderRedshirt SeniorCarlsbad, CA5'8"
5Charlotte HennessMidfielderRedshirt SeniorHenderson, NV5'4"
6Ava PetersonDefenderSophomoreLas Vegas, NV5'8"
7Payton HenryMidfielderFreshmanCanyon Lake, CA5'7"
8Jaycee DefazioForwardRedshirt SophomoreEl Dorado Hills, CA5'4"
9Kaya HerndonForwardFreshmanTorrance, CA5'5"
10Savannah CorderoMidfielderSeniorTracy, CA5'6"
11Stella VillaltaDefenderRedshirt SophomoreWoodside, CA5'6"
12Summer HumphreysDefenderRedshirt JuniorCarlsbad, CA5'8"
13Sydney BushmanMidfielderJuniorManhattan Beach, CA5'8"
14McKayla FarrellForwardRedshirt JuniorChino Hills, CA5'9"
15Ashley BrewerForwardRedshirt SophomoreSan Luis Obispo, CA5'5"
16Chloe KeatingForwardFreshmanOakland, CA5'5"
17Presley HenryForwardFreshmanCanyon Lake, CA5'6"
18Lisette GregorisForwardRedshirt JuniorPatterson, CA5'7"
19Samantha MurdinDefenderFreshmanLafayette, CA5'5"
20Karla SandovalMidfielderRedshirt SeniorRancho Cucamonga, CA5'3"
21Kiley FehrenbacherDefenderRedshirt SophomoreSan Diego, CA5'10"
22Courtney WagnerDefenderRedshirt JuniorRocklin, CA5'5"
23Sydnie FongDefenderRedshirt SeniorNovato, CA5'5"
25Viet-Thy TranMidfielderSeniorSanta Clara, CA5'2"
28Ashleigh GarciaMidfielderRedshirt SeniorTracy, CA5'1"
30Bella FernandezMidfielderFreshmanNapa, CA5'3"
33Loralei HeldrethDefenderFreshmanBarstow, CA5'6"

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Results and schedule

Recent results

University of California Davis Women's Soccer recent results
ResultDateOpponentSiteScore
WinAugust 12, 2026Fresno StateAway2 to 0

Upcoming games

University of California Davis Women's Soccer upcoming games
DateOpponentSiteLocation
August 5, 2026San FranciscoHomeDavis, Calif.
August 16, 2026Sacramento StateHomeDavis, Calif.
August 20, 2026Saint Mary'sAwayMoraga, Calif.
August 27, 2026Santa ClaraAwaySanta Clara, Calif.
August 30, 2026UC Santa BarbaraHomeDavis, Calif.
September 6, 2026PacificHomeDavis, Calif.
September 10, 2026Loyola MarymountAwayLos Angeles, Calif.
September 17, 2026PortlandAwayPortland, Ore.
September 20, 2026IdahoHomeDavis, Calif.
September 24, 2026Air ForceAwayUSAFA, Colo.

Facility

Aggie Stadium

Capacity
10,000
Location
Davis, CA
Opened
2007

Aggie football and women's lacrosse began playing in Aggie Stadium in 2007, located adjacent to the Schaal Aquatics Center. The initial stadium seats approximately 10,000 spectators, with plans for an eventual build-out to as many as 30,000.

Frequently asked questions

Is University of California Davis a Division I soccer school?
Yes, University of California Davis women's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Big Sky Conference.
Does University of California Davis women's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of California Davis women's soccer can offer athletic aid; amounts vary by program, and most awards are partial scholarships combined with academic and need based aid.
Who is the head coach of University of California Davis women's soccer?
Kat Mertz is the head coach of University of California Davis women's soccer, leading a listed staff of 4.
How competitive is University of California Davis women's soccer?
University of California Davis women's soccer is ranked 199 by Massey Ratings (186 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer by Massey Ratings, which places it in Inkbound's mid competitiveness tier.
How much does University of California Davis cost?
The average net price at University of California Davis after aid is $14,741 per year and tuition is $16,774 in state and $50,974 out of state.
What is the acceptance rate at University of California Davis?
University of California Davis accepts about 43 percent of applicants.
How do I contact the University of California Davis women's soccer coaches?
Inkbound lists 4 coaches for University of California Davis women's soccer and provides verified email for 3 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.

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