The 2026 Preseason Poll for the Presidents’ Athletic Conference (PAC) men’s soccer season has been released, offering a snapshot of expectations heading into the fall. The poll, which aggregates votes from conference coaches and sports information directors, places Grove City College at the top, while Westminster College finds itself near the middle of the pack.
Poll highlights
Grove City College received 132 points and earned 11 first‑place votes, cementing its status as the preseason favorite. The next closest contender, Franciscan University, accumulated 120 points and secured two first‑place ballots, positioning it as the primary challenger.
Westminster College, meanwhile, was allocated 24 points and is slated to finish 11th when the season begins. The poll reflects the team’s 2025 record of one win, 13 losses and four ties overall, and a conference slate of one win, seven losses and three ties.
Championship timeline
The PAC Championship Tournament is set to begin on October 31, featuring six qualifying teams. The tournament will culminate with the championship game on November 7, providing a condensed stage for the conference’s top squads to compete for the title.