Preseason Preview
The Ivy League has released its preseason poll for the 2026 men’s soccer season, setting expectations for each of the eight member schools.
Princeton emerges as the clear favorite, earning 123 points and 14 first‑place votes, enough to secure the top spot.
Cornell follows closely with 111 points and two first‑place votes, while Penn and Harvard round out the top four, leaving Brown projected to finish fifth.
Brown’s 2025 campaign ended with a 6‑win, 7‑tie, 2‑loss record in conference play, a respectable showing that has raised optimism among coaches and players.
The Bears will open their 2026 schedule on August 28 when they host the University of New Haven, a match that will be offered free of charge to fans.
Dartmouth, Yale and Columbia are slated to finish sixth, seventh and eighth respectively, underscoring the breadth of talent across the league.
Support for athletics at Brown comes in part from the Brown University Sports Foundation, which provides resources that help fund programs, facilities and student‑athlete scholarships.
Looking Ahead
With the preseason expectations set, the focus now shifts to how the teams will translate poll positions into on‑field performance, and whether Brown can surprise the league with a strong start.