Prairie View A&M will enter the 2026 season with three players being named to the 2026 SWAC Women's Soccer Preseason All-SWAC Teams. Emely Reyes and Niasia Goodwin earned First Team recognition, while Jackson was selected to the Second Team, giving the Panthers preseason standouts at defender, forward, and goalkeeper.
Reyes returns after earning Second Team All-SWAC postseason honors in 2025 while anchoring the Panthers' back line and contributing offensively. She scored two goals, tied for the second-highest total on the team, and placed eight shots on goal, ranking third among Prairie View A&M players. Her team-leading 1.000 shot-on-goal percentage showcased the efficiency she brought whenever she joined the attack, making her one of the conference's most complete defenders.
Goodwin also enters the season with First Team Preseason All-SWAC recognition following an outstanding 2025 campaign. The dynamic forward was one of Prairie View A&M's offensive leaders, finishing with four goals to tie for the team lead while recording 18 shots, the second-most on the roster. She also led the Panthers with 10 shots on goal, earning postseason All-SWAC Second Team honors and returning as one of the conference's most dangerous attacking players heading into 2026.
In goal, Jackson's selection to the Preseason All-SWAC Second Team reflects the consistency she displayed throughout the 2025 season. After earning postseason All-SWAC recognition, she led Prairie View A&M with 85 saves while posting a team-best .714 save percentage. Her 85 saves ranked second in the SWAC, highlighting her ability to keep the Panthers in matches with timely stops throughout the season. Jackson returns in 2026 as an experienced leader between the posts, providing Prairie View A&M with one of the conference's top goalkeepers and a strong foundation on the defensive end.
As the 2026 campaign begins, Reyes, Goodwin, and Jackson each carry well-earned expectations after standout 2025 seasons. Their preseason recognition reflects not only individual excellence but also the strength of a Prairie View A&M program positioned to compete among the SWAC's best with experienced leaders at every position.