On August 8, 2026, The Evergreen State College hosted an alumni soccer double‑header on its Olympia campus, bringing together former players for a preview of the upcoming campaign.
Alumni Games Kick Off the Season
The women’s team faced the Geoducks alumni and were unable to find the back of the net, slipping to a 2‑0 defeat that left the coaching staff encouraged by the defensive shape despite the scoreline.
In contrast, the men’s side edged the Geoducks alumni 3‑2 in a tightly contested match, with a late strike securing the win and sparking optimism among the players.
The women’s squad will continue its preparation with a series of scrimmages, highlighted by a home opener against Simpson University slated for September 13, 2026.
A week later, on September 18, the team travels to face Oregon Tech as part of the Cascade Collegiate Conference schedule, a match that could prove pivotal for early conference standings.
Conference Outlook
Meanwhile, the men’s team opens its regular season on August 27 with a home fixture against Ottawa University of Arizona, marking the start of a demanding stretch of conference play that will test the squad’s depth.
Both programs remain members of the Cascade Collegiate Conference, a league that has seen increased competition in recent years, and the upcoming fixtures are expected to shape each team’s trajectory toward the postseason.