Utah State University has released its 2026 men's soccer schedule, marking the program's debut in the Pac‑12 Conference. The announcement comes as the Aggies prepare for a historic season that will test them against eight new league opponents.
Opening the Campaign at Home
The first test arrives on Thursday, Oct. 1, when the Aggies host Texas State at Bell Field in Logan, Utah. The matchup serves as a warm‑up for a schedule that blends familiar non‑conference rivals with the rigors of Pac‑12 play.
A short road trip follows on Sunday, Oct. 4, as the team travels to Fort Collins, Colorado, to meet Colorado State. The game in the high‑altitude city will be a early gauge of the squad's adaptability.
The Aggies return to Logan on Thursday, Oct. 8, for a showdown with Washington State, then head to Boise, Idaho, on Sunday, Oct. 11, to face Boise State. A home game against Fresno State caps a busy stretch on Saturday, Oct. 17.
The schedule then shifts westward, with Utah State taking on Gonzaga in Spokane, Washington, on Sunday, Oct. 25, before meeting Oregon State in Corvallis on Friday, Oct. 30. The final regular‑season battle arrives on Thursday, Nov. 5, when San Diego State visits Bell Field for a home finale.
The Pac‑12 regular season will conclude with the top four teams advancing to the championship weekend. Semifinals are slated for either Wednesday, Nov. 11, or Thursday, Nov. 12, with the final set for the weekend of Saturday, Nov. 14, or Sunday, Nov. 15. Hosting duties will go to the team holding the highest non‑conference RPI at the start of league play.
Looking Ahead
Coach Manny Martins expressed optimism about the slate, noting that the round‑robin format provides every program an equal chance to contend. "We’re excited to step onto new fields, meet new rivals, and prove that Utah State belongs in this conference," Martins said.