SOUTHFIELD, Mich. - As the 2025 soccer season approaches, the Lawrence Tech University Women's Soccer Blue Devils, led by head coach Andy Richards entering his 10th season, are gearing up for a challenging lineup of matches. With a final record of 5-9-4 from last season, the Blue Devils look to improve and push forward under Richards' seasoned guidance.

The team has lost key player Jenny Dear, a talented midfielder who contributed significantly last year. However, the roster still features standout players like Hinana Takashima, a WHAC Second Team midfielder, Claire Wise, a defender named to the WHAC Newcomer Team, and Hannah Pagett, a top-scoring defender. On the Back end of things, goalkeeper, Gabi Nelson will be returning to the Blue Devils roster after recording 67 saves and a save percentage of 0.720 last season. Together, they form the core strength of the team heading into this season.

The Blue Devils' schedule is packed with notable games, including matchups against ranked teams like Aquinas on Wednesday, October 1, and UNOH on Saturday, October 25. These games will be crucial tests for the team, with Aquinas positioned as the No. 9 and UNOH as the No. 25 in last season's postseason polls.

Home games at the Blue Devils Stadium will also be pivotal, with key matches scheduled against teams like UC Clermont on Saturday, August 30, and Madonna on Saturday, October 18. Fans can expect exciting soccer action as the team strives to climb the ranks this season.

Coach Andy Richards, with a career record of 68-64-20, is optimistic about utilizing the experience and skill sets of returning players to navigate the challenging season ahead. The community and supporters at Lawrence Tech are eager to see how the Blue Devils will perform in the 2025 season, hoping for a strong showing in WHAC competitions.