Rhodes College's women's soccer team has been ranked third in the 2026 Southern Athletic Association (SAA) preseason poll, according to the recent voting by the SAA's head coaches.

Rhodes garnered 58 points in the poll, showcasing the team's strong position as the upcoming season approaches. This ranking reflects the team's continued competitiveness within the conference and their potential for a successful season. Last season, Rhodes demonstrated their defensive prowess, finishing as the conference runner-up with a 4-2-1 record in SAA play and an overall mark of 13-5-2.

Voting was conducted by the league's nine head coaches.
 
2025 SAA Women's Soccer Preseason Poll
1. Trinity - 71 (7)
2. Sewanee - 64 (2)
3. Rhodes - 58
4. Centre - 51
5. Oglethorpe - 37
6. Maryville - 35
6. Southwestern - 35
8. Berry - 29
9. Millsaps - 16

The 2026 SAA Women's Soccer Championship is slated for November 5-8 in Mt. Berry, Georgia, hosted by Berry College.