
Coachella Valley Invitational: Denver Summit FC vs. San Diego Wave
Published on February 14, 2026 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Denver Summit FC News Release
Denver Summit FC returns to action on Saturday, February 15th at 1PM MT at the Coachella Valley Invitational With momentum on its side, Summit is set to face San Diego Wave in the club's second preseason test. This match won't be broadcast so follow us on our social media(Instagram and X) and download our app to follow along!
Summit enters the matchup riding high after a 2:0 victory over Utah Royals FC in its historic first preseason match. The win marked a strong opening statement, with Melissa Kössler recording the first preseason goal in club history and Olivia Thomas adding a second-half finish to secure the result. The performance showcased early attacking sharpness, defensive discipline, and encouraging depth across the lineup.
San Diego Wave comes into the contest following a draw against Kansas City Current in its previous Coachella Valley Invitational match. San Diego found the scoresheet through Gia Corley, whose goal helped the Wave earn a share of the points in a competitive outing. The Wave demonstrated resilience and attacking quality, setting up what should be another strong preseason test for Summit.
For Denver, the focus remains on continued growth, sharpening combinations in the final third, strengthening defensive partnerships, and building consistency across both halves. With Kössler and Thomas already making their mark in front of goal, Summit will look to maintain its attacking momentum while continuing to integrate depth across the roster.
Though the match falls outside of regular-season play, the stakes remain meaningful. Each minute provides valuable insight, competitive reps, and an opportunity to refine identity ahead of the inaugural campaign.
As the Coachella Valley Invitational continues, Denver Summit FC looks to build on its first victory and carry that confidence into another high-quality matchup against San Diego Wave.
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