For only the second time in school history, the Washington University women’s soccer team has attained a No. 1 ranking in the National Soccer Coaches Association of America poll, announced Tuesday. The Bears defended their top ranking later that day, beating Millikin University 4-0 on the road in Decatur, Ill. Wash. U. dominated the game, outshooting Millikin 35-8.

When the Washington University football team arrived for pre-season training last week, head coach Larry Kindbom made it clear that he wants his players to win before going into war each week by preparing rigorously and practicing productively.