The Arkansas soccer team is thrilled to announce the addition of two talented new transfers to their roster. Forward Kate Doyle, who previously played for Gonzaga, brings her impressive stats and game-winning abilities to the Razorbacks. With 16 goals, 12 assists, and 44 points during her time at Gonzaga, Doyle has proven herself as a formidable force in the sport.
Despite an injury-shortened season in 2023, Doyle managed to net seven goals in just six games. She also earned All-West Coast Conference Honorable Mention and was named to the West Coast Conference All-Freshman Team in 2021. In a statement released through the Arkansas athletics department, Doyle expressed her excitement about playing for a top-tier team like Arkansas and challenging herself to compete at this high level.
Another new addition to the Razorbacks is freshman midfielder Audrey Shackelford, who arrives from Utah with a solid background playing for San Juan SC in the Elite Club National League (ECNL). Shackelford’s talent was recognized as she was named an ECNL All-Conference player. Like Doyle, Shackelford emphasized her decision to join Arkansas due to the winning mentality and competitive environment that the program offers. She praised the coaches’ ability to push her both on and off the field.
Arkansas had an impressive 15-5-2 season last year, making it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament before being edged out by Pitt. The team continued to showcase their talent during the spring exhibition schedule, going undefeated at 3-0-1 with a draw against Baylor on April 14th. With these new transfers on board,
