Quick Kicks: Wisconsin welcomes Oregon

MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin women's soccer (8-4-3, 4-3-2 Big Ten) welcomes Oregon to McClimon Soccer Complex on Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m. CT.

1. History with Oregon

Wisconsin leads the all-time series against Oregon, 3-0-0, with the programs meeting for the fourth time on Thursday.

The Badgers last faced the Ducks on Oct. 16, 2025, earning a 1-0 victory in Eugene. Brooke Allen scored the lone goal in the 53rd minute, with assists from Kiara Gilmore and goalkeeper Drew Stover.

Wisconsin has shut out Oregon in each of the last two meetings, including a 1-0 home victory on Aug. 22, 2014.

2. Know the Ducks

Oregon enters Thursday's match up with a 6-6-3 overall record and a 1-6-2 mark in Big Ten play. The Ducks are looking to bounce back after a 2-0 loss to Michigan on Oct. 16.

Oregon opened the season with a 6-0-1 record before dropping its Big Ten opener to Rutgers. Its lone conference victory came against Maryland on Sept. 13.

Junior midfielder Carly Cormack leads Oregon with five goals, four assists and 14 points. Ellie Felt follows with four goals and nine points. The Ducks have scored 22 goals this season while allowing 13.

3. Defensive Dominance

Wisconsin has recorded eight shutouts this season, including five against Big Ten opponents. The Badgers have held their opponents scoreless in three of their last five matches, with goalkeeper Drew Stover coming off a five-save performance against Minnesota.

Oregon has struggled to find the back of the net in recent weeks, scoring just three goals across its last seven matches. The Badgers will look to continue their strong defensive play as they face the Ducks on Thursday.

4. Last Time Out

Wisconsin returned to the win column Sunday afternoon with a 1-0 victory over Minnesota at McClimon Soccer Complex.

After a scoreless first half, Erin Connolly found the back of the net in the 74th minute off an assist from Delaney Cox. Goalkeeper Drew Stover recorded five saves, including one in the final seconds, to secure her eighth shutout of the season.

The victory also extended Wisconsin's unbeaten streak against Minnesota to 15 matches.

5. Follow the Badgers

Stay connected with Wisconsin women's soccer throughout the 2026 season by following the Badgers on Instagram and X at @BadgerWSoccer and on Facebook at Wisconsin Women's Soccer. Fans can also visit UWBadgers.com for the latest news, schedules, results, statistics and more.