MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Southern States Athletic Conference coaches picked William Carey to repeat in the 2025-26 SSAC Women's Golf Coaches' Preseason Poll. 
 
The Crusaders have won back-to-back titles, including beating Dalton State in a playoff hole last season. The Roadrunners have six all-time championships. 
 
The season opens Monday, Aug. 25, with the SSAC Women's Golf Championship set for April 20-22 at RTJ Cambrian Ridge in Greenville, Ala.
 
Jeff Mixon, William Carey Head Coach: "We are grateful to be recognized by our peers, but we know preseason rankings are based on past performances. We will continue to focus forward and put in the effort to be worthy of such distinction. The SSAC boasts one of the best conferences for women's golf in the NAIA. It is an honor to be among such great teams and coaches."
 
2025-26 Women's Golf Coaches' Preseason Poll
1. William Carey – 62 (6)
2. Dalton State – 57 (2)
3. Loyola – 38
4. Blue Mountain Christian – 36
5. UT Southern – 32
6. Point – 30
7. Faulkner – 20
8. Mobile - 13