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UC Davis Announces Inaugural Mountain West Men’s Soccer Watch List

The Aggies’ three emerging players have been recognized on the Mountain West Watch List, placing UC Davis third in the preseason coaches’ poll and setting the stage for a season that begins with exhibition matches against Cal and Chico State before conference play kicks off in September.

Aug 12, 2026

NC State Tops 2026 ACC Men’s Soccer Preseason Poll

North Carolina State leads the 2026 ACC Men's Soccer Championship preseason poll with 183 points and eight first‑place votes, while Stanford, Virginia and SMU follow in a tightly contested field.

Aug 12, 2026

SMU Men’s Soccer Poised for Strong 2026 Campaign After Preseason Accolades

SMU's men's soccer team opened the 2026 campaign with a fourth‑place ranking in the ACC Preseason Coaches Poll, a placement that reflects both the program’s rapid rise and the expectations of rivals and analysts alike. The Mustangs’ 2025 recruiting class earned a No. 3 national ranking from TopDrawerSoccer, underscoring the influx of talent that could reshape the squad’s dynamics and depth. Coach and senior players have embraced the poll’s validation, using it as motivation to confront a schedule that pits SMU against four nationally ranked opponents, including No. 4 Saint Louis, No. 25 Kansas City, No. 2 NC State and No. 9 Stanford. Among those opponents, the team’s 2025 champion will open with a match against Stetson on August 20, a game that will serve as the first test of the new‑look roster. Stephan Soghomonian, the ACC’s second‑highest scorer last season, has already been named to the Preseason Watch List and is expected to be a central figure in the attack, having contributed 13 goals in 20 appearances during the previous campaign and netted the tournament‑winning goal against Virginia. His performance, highlighted by two hat‑tricks and a decisive goal in the ACC tournament final, has placed him among the conference’s most dangerous forwards and has raised preseason buzz around his potential impact in 2026. The Mustangs’ preseason poll garnered 146 total votes, reinforcing their status as one of the ACC’s top contenders and setting a competitive tone for the upcoming matches against ranked foes. With a blend of high‑ranking recruits, a proven goal‑scorer, and a challenging slate of games, SMU’s men’s soccer program appears ready to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success as the 2026 season unfolds.

Aug 12, 2026

Ryan Okerayi earns historic spot on United Soccer Coaches watch list

Ryan Okerayi becomes the first HCU player ever named to the United Soccer Coaches’ NCAA Division I Men’s Players to Watch list for 2026, highlighting a career that already includes multiple OVC honors and a key role in the team’s recent tournament successes.

Aug 12, 2026

Raiders Aim to Climb Cascade Conference Ranks in 2026

The Raiders entered the 2026 preseason poll in sixth place, returning only three starters but bolstered by 17 new players and a coaching staff led by Davie Carmichael, while defending champion Eastern Oregon prepares to protect its inaugural title.

Aug 12, 2026

Dynamo Dresden bans influencer recordings in stadium

Dynamo Dresden, a newly promoted 2.Bundesliga club, has introduced a rule that any filming inside its stadium must be approved beforehand, aiming to safeguard media rights and foster a respectful atmosphere for fans.

Aug 12, 2026