Utah State University's soccer program has unveiled its 2026 nonconference slate, a 12‑match lineup that blends home‑field advantage with a series of road tests against familiar regional powers.
A packed nonconference calendar
The Aggies will open the season at Chuck & Gloria Bell Field, where they will host seven of the scheduled contests, giving the Logan crowd a chance to see the team before it steps into its first Pac‑12 campaign.
Key dates include a trip to Lawrence, Kansas, where the team meets Kansas University on August 12, followed by a home showdown with the University of Michigan on August 16. Additional home fixtures against Utah Valley University and the University of Utah are slated for later in August, while the schedule also features visits from Texas Tech University, Utah Tech University, and a road game at the University of Colorado Boulder.
The roster of opponents extends through September, with matches against South Dakota State University, Idaho State University, and Brigham Young University, culminating in a visit from Saint Mary's College of California. Throughout the stretch, senior midfielder Manny Martins has been vocal about the team's preparation, emphasizing the importance of early chemistry as the program transitions into the Pac‑12.
Coach Manny Martins highlighted the strategic value of the nonconference slate, noting that the mix of high‑profile opponents and regional rivals will test the squad's depth and resilience. The upcoming season promises to be a pivotal chapter for Utah State as it seeks to establish itself among the new conference's elite.