HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – The Delta State University women's soccer team saw its historic 2026 season end Thursday afternoon, falling 5-0 to the University of Montevallo in the Gulf South Conference Championship Semifinals at John Hunt Park.

The Lady Statesmen finished the season with a 7-6-4 overall record, marking a historic campaign for the program and securing a spot in the GSC Semifinals.

Montevallo struck early, taking a 1-0 lead just 11 seconds into the contest following an own goal. The Falcons added two more goals in the opening 19 minutes to take a 3-0 advantage into halftime.

Delta State looked to respond in the second half, generating three shots and earning seven corner kicks after the break. However, Montevallo added two more goals to extend its advantage to five.

The Lady Statesmen recorded four shots in the contest, putting two on target. Caroline Chandler and Megan Page each placed a shot on goal, while Janya Gonzalez and Jazmin Trejo also registered attempts.

Goalkeeper Kim Bircher recorded four saves while playing all 90 minutes in net. Delta State also finished with seven corner kicks, including five in the second half.

Montevallo outshot Delta State 15-4 and held a 61%-39% advantage in possession.

Despite Thursday's result, the 2026 campaign will be remembered as a historic season for Lady Statesmen soccer. Delta State finishes with seven victories, six losses and four draws, closing the year with a postseason appearance and another important chapter in the growth of the program.