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The Pirates return to the NJCAA Division II Women’s Soccer National Tournament after winning the South District Championship at home.
The Pensacola State College Pirates are headed back to the NJCAA Division II Women’s Soccer National Tournament after a dominant 3-0 victory over Southern Union in the South District Championship match on Saturday, Oct. 31, following a first-round win over Cape Fear on Friday, Oct. 30.
The Pirates wasted no time in the final match, scoring three first-half goals to secure the district title at their new home stadium and earn a berth in the national tournament.
Freshman Jasmine Jacobson led the offensive charge with two goals, while Ana Saenz added another goal to complete the Pirates’ first-half scoring. Julia Hudson contributed two assists, and sophomore goalkeeper Mackenzie O’Donnell recorded an assist to round out the scoring.
With the win, Pensacola State College captures the 2026 South District Championship and earns a place among the nation’s top 12 teams competing for the NJCAA Division II National Championship.
The national tournament will be held Nov. 15-21 in Huntsville, Ala. This marks the second national tournament appearance for the Pirates.
PSC Head Soccer Coach Mark Yepishin praised the team’s resiliency and commitment throughout the season.
“Reaching the national tournament is an incredible accomplishment, and this group of young women has earned every bit of this moment through their hard work, determination and commitment to one another,” he said.
The Pirates enter the national tournament as South District champions and look to continue their historic season on the national stage.