The 2026 G‑MAC Men’s Soccer Coaches Preseason Poll has been released, and Cedarville University finds itself positioned near the top of the league. The poll lists Tiffin University in first place with 91 points and five first‑place votes, while Cedarville follows closely with 90 points and an identical five first‑place votes.
Kentucky Wesleyan secured third place with 73 points and a single first‑place vote, and the top five is completed by Findlay and Lake Erie with 72 and 69 points respectively. These numbers reflect not only the competitive depth of the conference but also the high expectations placed on each program heading into the new season.
A Season Built on Recent Success
Cedarville’s Yellow Jackets arrived at this preseason assessment after an undefeated regular season last fall, finishing 12‑2‑7 and advancing to the second round of the NCAA Division II Championship. That run demonstrated the team’s resilience and tactical maturity, setting a solid foundation for the upcoming campaign.
The squad’s schedule opens with a non‑conference match against Indianapolis on August 27. While the matchup is outside the league, it will serve as an early gauge of the Yellow Jackets’ form and help fine‑tune strategies before conference play begins.
Looking ahead, coaches and players alike are focused on translating preseason optimism into tangible results on the field. With a blend of experienced veterans and promising newcomers, Cedarville aims to defend its recent achievements and contend for another deep tournament run.