Albany, Ga. - It's a full slate for Albany State Athletics this week as multiple teams hit the court, field, and course. The Lady Golden Rams Volleyball team opens the week with a road match at Clark Atlanta on Tuesday, September 30, before returning home to face rival Fort Valley State on Friday, October 3, at 6:00 PM. Women's Soccer hosts Georgia Southwestern State on Wednesday, October 1, at 7:00 PM in Albany, then travels to Jacksonville, Florida, to take on Edward Waters on Saturday, October 4, at 5:00 PM. Women's Cross Country is set to compete in the Asics Invitational hosted by Georgia Tech in Atlanta on Friday. The week wraps up with Golden Rams Football heading to Jackson, Tennessee, for a conference clash against Lane College on Saturday at 3:00 PM.
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This Week's Preview:
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Albany State Women's Volleyball Match Preview: Week of September 30, 2025 Â
The Albany State Lady Golden Rams return to action this week with two pivotal SIAC conference matchups as they look to build on their recent success and continue climbing the standings.
The week opens on Tuesday, September 30, as the Lady Golden Rams travel to Atlanta, Georgia, to face Clark Atlanta University at 6:00 PM. Albany State will aim to carry over the momentum from a strong showing at the SIAC East Cluster Crossover Tournament, where they showcased grit, teamwork, and depth across the roster. Clark Atlanta poses a formidable challenge on their home court, but the Lady Golden Rams are coming in confident and focused as they kick off the heart of conference play.
Following the road test, Albany State returns to the friendly confines of the Jones Brothers HPER Complex on Friday, October 3, for a 6:00 PM showdown against archrival Fort Valley State. Always a high-energy contest, this rivalry matchup brings extra intensity and crowd energy, and the Lady Golden Rams will look to defend their home court while extending their win streak.
With their sights set on a deep run in conference play, Albany State is entering a crucial stretch of the season. Fans are encouraged to come out and support the team as they push for dominance in the SIAC.
Upcoming Matches:
- Tuesday, Sept. 30 – at Clark Atlanta, 6:00 PM (Atlanta, Ga.)
- Friday, Oct. 3 – vs. Fort Valley State, 6:00 PM (Albany, Ga. – Jones Brothers HPER Complex)
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Albany State Women's Soccer Preview: Week of October 1, 2025
The Albany State Lady Golden Rams return to the pitch this week, eager to secure their first conference win of the season after recent setbacks against USC Aiken and USC Beaufort. With two tough matchups ahead, the team will look to reset, refocus, and rise to the challenge.
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The action begins on Wednesday, October 1, as Albany State hosts Georgia Southwestern State at 7:00 PM in Albany. The Hurricanes lead the all-time series 7-1 and claimed a 4-0 win in the most recent meeting on October 16, 2024. The Golden Rams will need a complete performance on both ends of the field to snap the streak and turn the tide in the series.
The week concludes with a road test on Saturday, October 4, as Albany State travels to Jacksonville, Florida, to face Edward Waters on their Senior Day at Nathaniel Glover Community Field & Stadium. Kickoff is set for 5:00 PM. The Lady Tigers have won both prior meetings, including a 5-0 decision last October. The Golden Rams will be looking for redemption and a breakthrough performance in this matchup.
With back-to-back challenges on the horizon, this week presents a pivotal opportunity for Albany State to build momentum and find its rhythm in conference play.
- Wednesday, Oct. 1 – vs Georgia Southwestern, 7:00 PM (Albany, Ga. – ASU Soccer Complex)
- Saturday, Oct. 4 – at Edward Waters, 5:00 PM (Jacksonville, Fla.)
Albany State Women's Cross-Country Preview: Asics Invitational – October 3, 2025
The Albany State Women's Cross-Country team is back in action this week as they prepare to compete in the annual Asics Invitational, hosted by Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia, on Friday, October 3. The Lady Golden Rams are looking to build off their recent outing at the FSU Invitational, where they faced elite competition from across NCAA Division I and II programs.
At Florida State, Albany State competed in their first 6K of the season, finishing 27th out of 37 teams in a deep field of 351 runners. Leading the way for the Golden Rams were
Brea Vann (25:21.9),
Faith Thompson (25:30.4), and
Sydney Haywood (25:54.7), followed closely by
Dasia Gilyard and
Kaila Wimes, who each delivered strong efforts to help anchor the team's performance.
The Asics Invitational will provide another valuable test, as Albany State returns to a familiar course where they placed 22nd overall in 2024, competing against a mix of high-caliber Division I and II programs. With momentum from their 6K debut and valuable experience gained, the Lady Golden Rams will aim to improve on last year's showing and continue their progression as the season builds toward championship competition.
- Friday, Oct. 3 – at Asics Invitational – Georgia Tech ( Atlanta, Ga.)
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Albany State Football Preview: Golden Rams Travel to Lane College for SIAC Showdown – October 4, 2025
The Albany State Golden Rams are riding high after a dominant 57-14 win over Allen University in their home opener and will look to carry that momentum into SIAC conference play this weekend. The Golden Rams hit the road to face Lane College on Saturday, October 4, in Jackson, Tennessee, with kickoff set for 3:00 PM.
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Albany State enters the matchup aiming to extend its win streak and assert itself early in the conference race. Historically, the Golden Rams have had the upper hand in this matchup, holding a commanding 14-2-1 series lead over the Dragons. The last time the two teams met was in 2019, with Albany State securing a 33-13 victory. Lane College's last win over ASU came in 2013, when they edged out a 37-31 thriller.
Lane College, meanwhile, is still searching for its first win of the season and is coming off a tough loss to Central State. With both teams entering with something to prove, Saturday's matchup is shaping up to be a key early test in the SIAC race.
Expect the Golden Rams to rely on their dynamic offense and strong defense as they aim to maintain their momentum on the road..
- Saturday, Oct. 4 – at Lane College (Jackson, Tenn.)
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ABOUT ALBANY STATE ATHLETICS
Albany State University is a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II-level intercollegiate athletic program. The university currently fields teams in 11 sports: women's volleyball, women's tennis, women's cross country, men's and women's basketball, softball, men's and women's track and field, women's soccer, baseball, and football with all teams compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), except women's soccer, which participates in the Peach Belt Conference.
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