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Dorian Drucks earns preseason honors as CSUN projects a fifth‑place finish in the Big West, riding a historic defensive season and the leadership of a veteran goalkeeper
The UC Santa Barbara women's soccer team opens its 2026 campaign on Aug. 12 at Harder Stadium, facing LMU in a match that could set the tone for another title run.
Camryn Cruz earns national recognition as one of the top midfielders to watch for the 2026 season, underscoring her impact on the Titans and the Big West Conference.
Hamad Mousa turned down seven‑figure offers to stay at Cal Poly, citing loyalty, NBA aspirations and a coaching style that values trust over traditional plays.
The Matadors open their campaign with a home game against the Canadian powerhouse, showcasing a blend of seasoned veterans and new additions as they aim to defend their Big West title.
The 2026 Big West Women's Soccer Preseason Coaches' Poll places UC San Diego ninth, but the Tritons are determined to turn that ranking into a championship run.
After three seasons at UC Irvine, guard Jurian Dixon has chosen the Virginia Cavaliers, citing a winning culture and the chance to contribute to a March Madness run.
The 2026 women's soccer preseason coaches' poll places UC Santa Barbara and Cal Poly at the summit, with senior defender Emily Caughey highlighted among the conference's top selections.
The Cal State Fullerton Titans have named Delaney Dombek Lindahl as an assistant coach, tapping into her collegiate success and global playing background.
The Mustangs open preseason training, showcase returning scorers and set up key non‑conference tests before entering a six‑game Pac‑12 slate.
UC Santa Barbara sophomore goalkeeper Owen Beninga earns a spot on the United Soccer Coaches Players to Watch list for 2026, posting a 0.52 GAA record and joining an elite eight‑player cohort as the team readies for its season opener.
The Tritons will open the 2026‑27 season at home against California Baptist on Dec. 3, navigating a 22‑game round‑robin against a 12‑team field that includes new members and a return to Henderson for the championship.
Sacramento State releases its full 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, marking the first season in the Big West Conference and featuring 17 home games, key matchups and a roster bolstered by returning stars and new talent.
Oregon State unveiled a demanding 2026 schedule that blends early exhibition matches, a challenging non‑conference slate, and the first Pac‑12 games, positioning the Beavers to contend for the conference title and a seventh straight NCAA tournament appearance.
The Matadors finish a 20‑win season with school‑record scoring, a seven‑game league streak and a first semifinal appearance since 2014.
The Tritons' 22‑game Big West slate was revealed, highlighting opening weekend matchups, a stretch of home games, and the upcoming conference championships in Nevada.
The Matadors clinched the Big West regular-season championship in 2025, posting a program-record seven straight shutouts and tying the school mark for conference wins, though their run ended in the semifinals.
A recent NCAA decision removes the traditional transition hurdle for teams moving up to the Football Bowl Subdivision, positioning Sacramento State to qualify for a bowl game as early as this season if the Hornets meet a .500 record.
Sacramento State and Utah Valley transition to the Big West, bringing reduced travel burdens, strategic coaching approaches, and a focus on local talent to enhance competitiveness.
After a balanced 2025-26 offensive season, the Cavaliers retain key talent while integrating new leaders, aiming to stay competitive in the ACC and beyond.
With four rotation regulars graduating, the Cavaliers must lean on a mix of returning stars and newcomers to shape their attack for the 2027 campaign.
The Mustangs finished two wins shy of the NCAA Division I Men's College World Series after capturing regular‑season and tournament titles, setting multiple school records and showcasing standout performances from players such as Ryan Tayman and Nick Bonn.
The conference re‑enters the men’s soccer arena with a blend of established powerhouses and rising programs, each bringing distinct coaching expertise and recent successes.
San Diego State University's men's soccer team has unveiled its 2026 schedule, marking its return to the Pac-12 after two years in the Western Athletic Conference. The roster of opponents, venue distribution and coaching perspective set the stage for a season that could redefine the program's trajectory.