2026 Season Overview
The Northern Arizona University men’s soccer program announced its 2026 schedule on July 22, 2026, confirming a 20‑match campaign that blends non‑conference challenges with Big Sky competition.
Eight of those contests will be played on the familiar turf of Lumberjack Stadium, where fans can attend every home game at no cost, creating a vibrant atmosphere for the team.
The season kicks off with two exhibition fixtures against Embry‑Riddle on August 6 and August 9, providing early minutes for a roster that blends 16 returning veterans with 12 newcomers, including seven freshmen.
Regular‑season action begins on August 12 with a road test at UC Riverside, followed by a home opener against UC San Diego on August 23 and a matchup with UTEP on August 30 to close out the opening month.
Conference Battles Begin in October
October marks the start of Big Sky play, beginning with a home game against Eastern Washington on October 8 and a visit to Idaho on October 11, followed by contests at Utah and Utah Tech later in the month.
The Lumberjacks will then host defending champion Montana on October 22 and welcome Portland State on October 25, setting up a pivotal stretch that also includes road trips to Idaho State, Weber State and Northern Colorado in early November.
Big Sky Championships in Missoula
The 2026 Big Sky Championships are scheduled for November 11‑15 in Missoula, Montana, where the team will compete for the conference title before the season concludes.