University of Montana Women's Soccer Recruiting
University of MontanaWomen's SoccerNCAA Division IBig Sky ConferenceDillon, MT2027 recruiting class
University of Montana Women's Soccer is an NCAA Division I program in the Big Sky Conference, based in Dillon, MT with about 1,198 undergraduates. Massey Ratings rank the program 71 by Massey Ratings (71 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer, which puts it in Inkbound's high competitiveness tier. Stuart Gore is the head coach, working with 2 other listed staff members, and verified email is available for 2 of 3 coaches after signup.
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Program snapshot
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Division | NCAA Division I |
| Conference | Big Sky Conference |
| Location | Dillon, MT |
| Massey rank | 71 by Massey Ratings (71 of 318 ranked programs in our database) in NCAA Division I women's soccer |
| Competitiveness tier | High Ranked in the top 35 percent of Massey rated programs in its division and gender. |
| Undergraduates | 1,198 |
| Official roster | University of Montana women's soccer roster |
Coaching staff
Coach names and roles are public information. Inkbound provides the verified email address and a drafted introduction after signup.
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Stuart Gore | Head Coach |
| J. Landham | Associate Head Coach |
| Amanda Attanasi | Assistant Coach |
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How to approach this coaching staff
Start with Stuart Gore, the head coach. The women's staff is small, with one associate head coach and one assistant coach alongside the head coach, so the head coach almost certainly reads recruiting mail personally. Copy the assistants so the whole staff sees the same message.
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 Montana 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 Montana is a small school in a college town with about 1,198 undergraduates. On a campus this size the women's soccer staff usually knows the admissions office well, so academic fit comes up early in the conversation. The acceptance rate is 96 percent, so include your grades and any test scores in the first message.
Inkbound has verified email addresses for 2 of the 3 coaches listed for University of Montana 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 Montana women's soccer at 71 by Massey Ratings (71 of 318 ranked programs in our database) among ranked programs in NCAA Division I women's soccer. That places it ahead of roughly 78 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 80 out of 100, where higher means stronger recent results relative to other NCAA Division I women's programs.
Academics and cost at University of Montana
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 96 percent |
| Graduation rate | 50 percent |
| Average net price | $16,558 per year |
| In state tuition | $6,670 |
| Out of state tuition | $20,130 |
| Top majors | Business, Liberal Arts and Humanities, Psychology, Computer and Information Systems Security, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Anthropology |
| Setting | College town |
Roster
The official University of Montana 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.
25 players on the 2025-26 roster: 8 defenders, 9 midfielders, 5 forwards, 3 goalkeepers. 2 international players.
| No. | Name | Position | Class | Hometown | Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | Avery Heeb | Goalkeeper | Junior | Peachtree City, GA | |
| 0 | Lorelei Rustay | Goalkeeper | Freshman | San Mateo, CA | |
| 1 | Jill Miliffe | Goalkeeper | Sophomore | Fort Lauderdale, FL | |
| 2 | Grace Olson | Defender | Senior | West Des Moines, IA | |
| 3 | Josephine Frischknecht | Defender | Freshman | Portland, OR | |
| 4 | Mia Draper | Defender | Sophomore | Bellevue, WA | |
| 5 | Caylee Dowler | Midfielder | Junior | Spokane, WA | |
| 6 | Liv Thorne-Thomsen | Midfielder | Sophomore | Missoula, MT | |
| 7 | Lane Lee | Midfielder | Freshman | Portland, OR | |
| 8 | Grace Russell | Midfielder | Freshman | Woodinville, WA | |
| 9 | Finley McKnight | Midfielder | Freshman | Frisco, TX | |
| 10 | Megan Wilson-Sofield | Forward | Junior | Chorley, England | |
| 11 | Malli Rude | Forward | Sophomore | Prosser, WA | |
| 12 | Lucie Rokos | Defender | Senior | Hood River, OR | |
| 13 | Elli Lewis | Forward | Junior | Boise, ID | |
| 14 | Ellen Hampton | Defender | Sophomore | Banbridge, Northern Ireland | |
| 15 | Shiana Samarasinghe | Forward | Sophomore | San Jose, CA | |
| 17 | MacKenzie Hildebrand | Defender | Freshman | Boise, ID | |
| 18 | Grace Morton | Midfielder | Freshman | San Jose, CA | |
| 19 | Sofia Ballesteros | Midfielder | Freshman | Beaverton, OR | |
| 20 | Cate Gusick | Defender | Freshman | Henderson, NV | |
| 23 | Alexis Rabold | Forward | Graduate | Laguna Beach, CA | |
| 24 | Kiera Grant | Defender | Sophomore | Tigard, OR | |
| 27 | Stella Handlin | Midfielder | Freshman | Seattle, WA | |
| 29 | Hayley Bass | Midfielder | Junior | Divide, CO |
View the official University of Montana women's soccer roster
Results and schedule
Upcoming games
| Date | Opponent | Site | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 13, 2026 | Bucknell | Home | South Campus Stadium, Missoula, Mont. |
| August 20, 2026 | Seattle | Away | Seattle, Wash. |
| August 23, 2026 | Washington | Away | Seattle, Wash. |
| August 27, 2026 | Lethbridge | Home | South Campus Stadium, Missoula, Mont. |
| August 30, 2026 | MSU Billings | Home | South Campus Stadium, Missoula, Mont. |
| September 3, 2026 | Air Force | Away | Colorado Springs, Colo. |
| September 6, 2026 | Denver | Away | Denver, Colo. |
| September 11, 2026 | Wyoming | Home | South Campus Stadium, Missoula, Mont. |
| September 20, 2026 | Gonzaga | Away | Spokane, Wash. |
| October 1, 2026 | Southern Utah | Away | Cedar City, Utah |
Frequently asked questions
- Is University of Montana a Division I soccer school?
- Yes, University of Montana women's soccer competes in NCAA Division I as a member of the Big Sky Conference.
- Does University of Montana women's soccer offer athletic scholarships?
- Yes. As an NCAA Division I program, University of Montana 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 Montana women's soccer?
- Stuart Gore is the head coach of University of Montana women's soccer, leading a listed staff of 3.
- How competitive is University of Montana women's soccer?
- University of Montana women's soccer is ranked 71 by Massey Ratings (71 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 Montana cost?
- The average net price at University of Montana after aid is $16,558 per year and tuition is $6,670 in state and $20,130 out of state.
- What is the acceptance rate at University of Montana?
- University of Montana accepts about 96 percent of applicants.
- How do I contact the University of Montana women's soccer coaches?
- Inkbound lists 3 coaches for University of Montana women's soccer and provides verified email for 2 of them, along with a drafted introduction, after signup.
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