The Cal State Bakersfield men’s soccer squad traveled to face UCLA on Saturday, settling for a 1-1 draw that preserved their unbeaten run in the 2026 campaign.
Former UCLA midfielder Oshea Foster broke the deadlock in the 71st minute, slotting a well‑timed finish that put the visitors ahead and sparked excitement among the traveling fans.
Big West Defensive Player of the Week Zenden Hart stood firm in goal, making two crucial saves in the first half that kept the Roadrunners in contention despite UCLA’s early pressure.
UCLA answered back in the 81st minute, equalising through a swift counter‑attack that caught the Bakersfield defense off guard and forced a scramble in the box.
Looking Ahead to UNLV
The result leaves the Roadrunners perched at the top of their conference table, unbeaten in all eight matches so far, and sets the stage for a much‑anticipated showdown with UNLV.
The next fixture is scheduled for August 24 at 7 p.m. at Main Soccer Field, where the team hopes to extend the streak against a hungry opponent.
Coach Martinez praised the team’s resilience after the match, highlighting the collective effort that turned a potential setback into a point earned, and emphasized the need to sharpen finishing before the UNLV clash.