OREM, Utah – The Utah Valley University women's soccer team is gaining national recognition as the team received votes in this week's United Soccer Coaches Top 25 Poll for the fifth time in program history.
 
The Wolverines earned 11 votes following an impressive opening week on the road, including wins over Michigan and Detroit Mercy. This is the fourth time in the past two seasons that UVU has received votes, including three times during the 2023 campaign.
 
Utah Valley (2-0-0) started the season with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Michigan in Ann Arbor, secured by senior forward Faith Webber's game-winning goal with just 27 seconds remaining. The Wolverines continued their strong play with a 5-2 comeback win over Detroit Mercy, highlighted by Ruby Hladek's brace and Mia Owens' game-winning goal.
 
Additionally, Utah Valley is ranked second in this week's United Soccer Coaches Pacific Region poll.
 
The Wolverines now prepare for two road matches at UCF on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. (MT) and at #21 Virginia on Sunday at 11 a.m. (MT).