Miami, Fla. – Fresh off a comeback 2-1 victory over South Carolina State, Stetson Women's Soccer returns to action Thursday night as the Hatters travel to Miami to take on Florida International. Kickoff is set for 6:00 p.m. at FIU Soccer Stadium.

The Hatters (1-0) showed resilience in their season opener, rallying from a one-goal deficit in the second half. Freshman Jess Howard netted her first collegiate goal in the 67th minute, just six minutes after South Carolina State opened the scoring. In the 80th minute, Reese Huffman put Stetson ahead for good, and the defense held firm to secure the win.

FIU (1-1-1) enters Thursday's match coming off a 3-1 victory over Florida Atlantic — the Panthers' first win of the season. They opened the year with a 2-0 loss to No. 3 Florida State and followed that with a 1-1 draw against North Florida.

Fans can watch Thursday's match live on ESPN+ and follow real-time stats at GoHatters.com.

About Stetson Athletics
At Stetson University, student-athletes don't just compete—they thrive. Located in historic DeLand, Florida, between Orlando and Daytona Beach, Stetson offers the perfect blend of competitive athletics, academic excellence, and an unbeatable Central Florida lifestyle. As the oldest private university in the region, Stetson supports approximately 500 student-athletes across 19 NCAA Division I sports. Nicknamed the "Hatters" after the institution's namesake John B. Stetson, a hat manufacturer who originated the modern-day cowboy hat, most Stetson athletic teams compete in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where they proudly hold the longest active membership since 1985. With top-tier facilities, personalized support, and a welcoming campus community, Stetson is where students can grow, compete, and succeed. Learn more at GoHatters.com or follow social media accounts @StetsonHatters.