University of California Irvine Women's Soccer Recruiting

University of California IrvineWomen's SoccerNCAA Division IBig West ConferenceIrvine, CA2027 recruiting class

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Big West Conference, based at a public school in Irvine, CA with about 30,197 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 110 by Massey Ratings (109 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's high competitiveness tier. Scott Juniper is the head coach, working with 3 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 4 of 4 coaches after signup.

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Program snapshot

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer program snapshot
FactValue
DivisionNCAA Division I
ConferenceBig West Conference
LocationIrvine, CA
Massey rank110 by Massey Ratings (109 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer
Competitiveness tierHigh Ranked in the top 35 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender.
School typePublic
Undergraduates30,197
Official rosterUniversity of California Irvine women's soccer roster
  • Mimi Dominguez heads upfield in an exhibition match vs. Arizona in 2026
  • Chifumi Sasaki playing in training alongside Clara Samson and Cam LawsonKitchen in 2026
  • Mimi Yamamoto battles with an Arizona defender in an exhibition match to open 2026

Coaching staff

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

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer coaching staff
NameRole
Scott JuniperHead Coach
P.J. WoolridgeAssociate Head Coach
Holly BosleyAssistant Coach
Wendy EspejelAssistant Coach

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How to approach this coaching staff

Start with Scott Juniper, the head coach. University of California Irvine carries a larger women's soccer staff, with one associate head coach and 2 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 Irvine ranks in the upper part of its division, so the staff has options; explain in one line why this school and this roster fit you, not just that you want to play college soccer.

University of California Irvine is a public large school on an urban campus with about 30,197 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 29 percent, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.

Inkbound has verified email addresses for 4 of the 4 coaches listed for University of California Irvine 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 Irvine women's soccer at 110 by Massey Ratings (109 of 318 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I women's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 66 percent of ranked programs in the division, comfortably in the upper part of the table.

Inkbound labels the program High tier. Ranked in the top 35 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. For a typical recruit that means real competition for roster spots. The staff has options and reads for fit, so players with clear video and a specific reason for choosing this school tend to get answers.

Inkbound's composite strength score for the program is 69 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 Irvine

University of California Irvine academics and cost
MeasureValue
Acceptance rate29 percent
Graduation rate86 percent
Average net price$14,251 per year
In state tuition$15,722
Out of state tuition$49,922
Top majorsBiology, Managerial Economics, Research and Experimental Psychology, Psychology, Computer Science, Criminology
SettingUrban

Roster

The official University of California Irvine 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.

32 players on the 2026 roster: 7 defenders, 7 midfielders, 14 forwards, 4 goalkeepers. 2 international players.

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer roster
No.NamePositionClassHometownHeight
00Avery GleasonGoalkeeperFreshmanOakdale, CA5' 9"
0Sara PaulGoalkeeperGraduateWoodland Hills, CA5' 7"
1Savanna ArrudaGoalkeeperRedshirt SeniorRancho Cucamonga, CA5' 6"
2Malaina DuroMidfielderRedshirt FreshmanLaguna Beach, CA5' 4"
3Hailey ClinganDefenderJuniorHuntington Beach, CA5' 6"
4Elizabeth HayesForwardFreshmanGig Harbor, WA5' 5"
5Mimi DominguezMidfielderJuniorCovina, CA5' 5"
6Ella BrinkerhoffMidfielderFreshmanMission Viejo, CA5' 5"
7Clara SamsonForwardJuniorKendal, England5' 5"
8Mattie GillaspyDefenderFreshmanLake Tapps, WA5' 9"
9Mia RodriguezForwardRedshirt FreshmanSanta Clarita, CA5' 3"
10Fiona ShinForwardSophomoreHermosa Beach, CA5' 4"
11Oona HartmanForwardSophomoreLos Angeles, CA5' 3"
12Keira BaranskiMidfielderFreshmanEl Cajon, CA5' 7"
13Mimi YamamotoMidfielderSophomoreSan Jose, CA5' 7"
14Samara MaldonadoDefenderFreshmanChula Vista, CA5' 4"
15Mara CochonForwardSophomoreElk Grove, CA5' 5"
16Olivia StarkForwardFreshmanLas Vegas, NV5' 4"
17Chifumi SasakiMidfielderJuniorTokyo, Japan5' 2"
18Cam LawsonkitchenDefenderFreshmanOak Hills, CA5' 3"
19Sophia SpezialeDefenderSophomoreSan Diego, CA5' 4"
20Ariane Haysman BoalerForwardJuniorStanford, CA5' 10"
21Lianna TsaburForwardFreshmanApple Valley, CA5' 4"
22Kelsey SwyneyForwardSeniorCarlsbad, CA5' 9"
24Iriana GriffinForwardFreshmanChula Vista, CA5' 5"
25Jasmyne WheelerDefenderSophomoreCampbell, CA5' 8"
27Allison RabeDefenderFreshmanLas Vegas, NV5' 8"
29Gianna CostelloMidfielderSophomoreSanta Clarita, CA5' 7"
30Isabella MericForwardFreshmanBenicia, CA5' 5"
32Taylor EsparzaForwardFreshmanRancho Cucamonga, CA5' 6"
39Jenika DavisForwardRedshirt SeniorEncinitas, CA5' 6"
99Kamilah JonesGoalkeeperRedshirt FreshmanLa Mesa, CA5' 10"

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Results and schedule

Recent results

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer recent results
ResultDateOpponentSiteScore
TieAugust 12, 2026Utah TechHome1 to 1
TieAugust 5, 2026ArizonaHome0 to 0

Upcoming games

University of California Irvine Women's Soccer upcoming games
DateOpponentSiteLocation
August 15, 2026Concordia IrvineHomeIrvine, Calif.
August 23, 2026StanfordAwayStanford, Calif.
August 27, 2026Washington StateAwayPullman, Wash.
August 30, 2026Grand CanyonHomeIrvine, Calif.
September 3, 2026Southern UtahAwayCedar City, Utah
September 10, 2026San DiegoHomeIrvine, Calif.
September 17, 2026Fresno StateHomeIrvine, Calif.
September 23, 2026Sacramento StateAwaySacramento, Calif.
September 26, 2026Cal State BakersfieldHomeIrvine, Calif.
September 30, 2026Utah ValleyHomeIrvine, Calif.

Facility

Anteater Stadium

Location
Irvine, CA

Frequently asked questions

Is University of California Irvine a Division I soccer school?
Yes, University of California Irvine women's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Big West Conference.
Does University of California Irvine women's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of California Irvine 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 Irvine women's soccer?
Scott Juniper is the head coach of University of California Irvine women's soccer, leading a listed staff of 4.
How competitive is University of California Irvine women's soccer?
University of California Irvine women's soccer is ranked 110 by Massey Ratings (109 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer by Massey Ratings, which places it in Inkbound's high competitiveness tier.
How much does University of California Irvine cost?
The average net price at University of California Irvine after aid is $14,251 per year and tuition is $15,722 in state and $49,922 out of state.
What is the acceptance rate at University of California Irvine?
University of California Irvine accepts about 29 percent of applicants.
How do I contact the University of California Irvine women's soccer coaches?
Inkbound lists 4 coaches for University of California Irvine women's soccer and provides verified email for 4 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.

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