Andy Alvarez

Immaculata Women's Soccer's Natalie D'Alfonso in a previous game

Women's Soccer 9/22/2026

Women's Soccer Hosts DeSales Wednesday Evening

Women's Soccer vs. DeSales University
Wednesday, September 23 | 6 p.m.
Draper Walsh Stadium | Immaculata, Pa.

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WHAT TO KNOW

The Immaculata University women's soccer team (4-2-0) returns home Wednesday evening when the Mighty Macs host DeSales University at Draper Walsh Stadium for a 6 p.m. non-conference matchup.
Immaculata enters Wednesday's contest riding a four-match winning streak after earning a 2-1 victory at Delaware Valley University on Monday afternoon.
DeSales enters Wednesday's match 1-3-2, coming off a 1-1 draw at Rutgers-Camden on Saturday. DeSales won its season opener over Bryn Mawr 3-1, suffered defeats to Muhlenberg, Susquehanna, and Haverford. They earned a scoreless draw with Elizabethtown.

SERIES HISTORY

Wednesday's matchup marks the 10th meeting between Immaculata and DeSales in a series that began in 2007.
DeSales hold a 6-2-1 advantage in the all-time series.

LAST MEETING

DeSales earned a 7-0 victory over Immaculata in the most recent meeting between the two teams on September 27, 2025, in Center Valley.
Immaculata was led offensively by Gabby Palladino, who registered a team-high three shots in the contest.

MIGHTY MAC NOTES

Immaculata enters Wednesday's matchup 4-2-0 following Monday's 2-1 victory at Delaware Valley.
Gracie Repici has been one of the catalysts behind Immaculata's recent offensive surge. The sophomore forward leads the Mighty Macs with four goals and was named the Atlantic East Conference Women's Soccer Player of the Week for her performance during the week of September 14-20.
Repici recorded three goals and one assist for seven points during the week. She scored once in Immaculata's 2-1 victory at Widener before recording two goals and an assist in the Mighty Macs' 7-2 victory at Cedar Crest.
Lily McGee scored her third goal of the season in Monday's victory at Delaware Valley, opening the scoring in the 25th minute.
Addison Yackel added her third goal of the season just 52 seconds later, heading in a corner kick from Emma Sobieski. Yackel also recorded an assist on McGee's goal.
Flora Hernandez continues to provide an offensive spark for the Mighty Macs, recording five shots on goal and an assist in Monday's victory.
Emma Sobieski leads Immaculata with four assists on the season, including an assist on Yackel's goal against Delaware Valley.
Immaculata has received strong play in goal from junior Addi Husenica and sophomore Devan Cosgrove. The duo has combined to help the Mighty Macs win four consecutive matches.
Immaculata's defensive effort has been anchored by Sam Terry, Heather Russell, and Mia Perrone, who each played all 90 minutes in Monday's victory.
Natalie D'Alfonso has been solid in the midfield, playing the full 90 minutes in the win at Delaware Valley.

SCOUTING DESALES

DeSales enters Wednesday's matchup led by a group of experienced offensive players, including Emily Mulroony and Rebecca Bury.
Mulroony has been one of the Bulldogs' leading offensive threats, while Bury has provided playmaking ability in the DeSales attack.
Lexi Bleam and Makayla Issakhani have also provided offensive contributions for the Bulldogs and will be players to watch against the Mighty Macs.
DeSales has utilized multiple goalkeepers this season, with Campbell Pacheco seeing considerable time between the posts.
Pacheco has provided a strong presence in goal for the Bulldogs and will look to slow an Immaculata attack that has scored 17 goals through its first six matches.

TUESDAY TALK – IU ATHLETICS PODCAST

Immaculata women's soccer players, Gracie Repici, Lily McGee, and Natalie D'Alfonso were guests on Episode 37 of the Tuesday Talk - IU Athletics Podcast this week. The trio discussed the team's recent success, the 2026 season, and their experiences as members of the Mighty Macs women's soccer program.
Fans can listen to Tuesday Talk on major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify, listen to episodes on the Immaculata University Athletics YouTube channel, or visit the Tuesday Talk page on GoMightyMacs.com or click on the link at the top of the page.

LOOKING AHEAD

Following Wednesday's contest, the Mighty Macs will return to the road on Saturday, September 26, when they travel to Rutgers-Camden for a 3 p.m. non-conference matchup.
Immaculata will return to Draper Walsh Stadium on Wednesday, September 30, when they will host Ursinus College at 4 p.m.
Atlantic East Conference play will begin October 3, when Immaculata travels to play at Centenary University for a 3 p.m. match.

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Players Mentioned

#8 Gabby Palladino: F; 5' 3"; Senior

#00 Devan Cosgrove: GK; 5' 4"; Sophomore

#15 Natalie D'Alfonso: F; 5' 2"; Sophomore

#0 Addi Husenica: GK; 5' 3"; Junior

#9 Lily McGee: F; 5' 5"; Sophomore

#22 Mia Perrone: M; 5' 4"; Senior

#3 Gracie Repici: F; 5' 3"; Sophomore

#18 Emma Sobieski: D; 5' 5"; Sophomore

#4 Sam Terry: D; 5' 2"; Senior

#7 Addison Yackel: M; 5' 9"; Junior

Players Mentioned

#8 Gabby Palladino
: 5' 3"; Senior
: F

#00 Devan Cosgrove
: 5' 4"; Sophomore
: GK

#15 Natalie D'Alfonso
: 5' 2"; Sophomore
: F

#0 Addi Husenica
: 5' 3"; Junior
: GK

#9 Lily McGee
: 5' 5"; Sophomore
: F

#22 Mia Perrone
: 5' 4"; Senior
: M

#3 Gracie Repici
: 5' 3"; Sophomore
: F

#18 Emma Sobieski
: 5' 5"; Sophomore
: D

#4 Sam Terry
: 5' 2"; Senior
: D

#7 Addison Yackel
: 5' 9"; Junior
: M