The SEC Women’s Soccer Tournament will remain in Pensacola through 2026, with a possible extension to 2029, following a successful partnership since 2022. This year’s tournament, which saw Texas win its first SEC title, drew increased attendance compared to 2023.
The tournament venue, Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park, features 13 full-size soccer fields and a stadium complex with modern locker rooms across its 103 acres. This facility, combined with Pensacola’s beaches and hospitality, has established the city as a premier destination for collegiate soccer.
“Pensacola has provided an outstanding experience for our teams and SEC soccer fans,” said SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey. Similarly, Pensacola Sports President Ray Palmer expressed enthusiasm about the extension, noting their commitment to enhancing the tournament experience each year.
“Each year, we strive to enhance the tournament experience for everyone involved, and this extension shows the confidence the SEC has in Pensacola as a host city,” said Palmer. “We’re looking forward to welcoming the teams and their supporters back through 2026 and possibly beyond.”
The agreement reinforces Pensacola’s position as a key sports destination in the Southeast, blending competitive facilities with recreational amenities.
About Southeastern Conference
The SEC, founded in 1933, is an NCAA Conference based in Birmingham, Alabama, that oversees collegiate athletics for 16 universities. The conference manages competitions, tournaments, and eligibility rules while supporting member institutions’ athletic programs.
Ten founding members – Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, LSU, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Tennessee and Vanderbilt – have remained since 1933. The SEC expanded to add Arkansas and South Carolina (1991), Missouri and Texas A&M (2012), and Oklahoma and Texas (2024).
To learn more, visit secsports.com.
About Pensacola Sports
Founded in 1955, Pensacola Sports ranks among America’s oldest sports commissions. As Escambia County’s primary sports tourism agency, it coordinates numerous events across Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa counties. The organization’s diverse portfolio includes high school all-star games, flag football leagues, distance runs, marathons, triathlons, soccer and softball tournaments, collegiate championships, fishing competitions, and scholarship programs. Through these initiatives, Pensacola Sports works to strengthen the community through athletics. Be Moved!
To learn more, visit pensacolasports.org.
