The NCAA announced a significant change to the Division I men's soccer season, which will now be divided between the fall and spring. Starting in the 2027-28 season, teams will be permitted to play 18 matches from late August until the Saturday before Thanksgiving, followed by up to 10 matches from mid-February leading into the NCAA Tournament. This new schedule is designed to enhance student-athlete welfare by reducing time demands, allowing for fewer midweek games, and providing more recovery time between matches. The oversight committee believes this shift will create a more balanced academic and athletic experience for players. Additionally, the transfer window will be streamlined to a single 15-day period in the spring, replacing the previous two-window system totaling 45 days. Coach Jamie Clark of the 2025 national champion Washington expressed optimism about the new model, stating it could generate excitement for college soccer. No changes are currently planned for the women's soccer season.