Sporting Jax Women's Soccer Team Wins in Rare Jacksonville Snow

Midfielder Ashlyn Puerta discusses her developmental camp with the U.S. Soccer Federation after Sporting Club Jacksonville's 1-0 victory over Carolina Ascent FC.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:31pm

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Sporting Club Jacksonville's women's soccer team defeated Carolina Ascent FC 1-0 in a historic "snow day" game for Northeast Florida, marking a rare occurrence of snowfall in the region. Sporting Jax midfielder Ashlyn Puerta, who recently attended a developmental camp with the United States Soccer Federation, discussed her experience playing in the snowy conditions.

Why it matters

Snowfall is an extremely rare event in Jacksonville, Florida, making this soccer match a unique and memorable occasion for the local community. The victory also highlights the continued development of Sporting Club Jacksonville's women's team and Puerta's progress as a player through her involvement with the U.S. Soccer Federation.

The details

Sporting Club Jacksonville defeated Carolina Ascent FC 1-0 in a game that saw unusual snowfall in the Northeast Florida region. Midfielder Ashlyn Puerta, who recently attended a developmental camp with the United States Soccer Federation, played a key role in the victory.

  • The match took place on February 1, 2026.

The players

Ashlyn Puerta

A midfielder for Sporting Club Jacksonville who recently attended a developmental camp with the United States Soccer Federation.

Sporting Club Jacksonville

A women's soccer team based in Jacksonville, Florida that competes in the Super League.

Carolina Ascent FC

The opposing team that Sporting Club Jacksonville defeated 1-0 in the historic "snow day" game.

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What they’re saying

“It's a long time ago now [her last experience with snow in soccer], and it was heavier snow than [tonight].”

— Ashlyn Puerta

The takeaway

This rare snowfall event in Jacksonville showcases the resilience and adaptability of the Sporting Club Jacksonville women's soccer team, as well as the continued growth and development of players like Ashlyn Puerta through their involvement with the U.S. Soccer Federation.