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The Aggies reveal a demanding 2026 campaign that blends non‑conference tests with a full Mountain West schedule, culminating in a shot at the conference title and the NCAA Tournament.
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The Aggies reveal a demanding 2026 campaign that blends non‑conference tests with a full Mountain West schedule, culminating in a shot at the conference title and the NCAA Tournament.

Boise State senior defender Kaitlyn Slocum has been selected for the United Soccer Coaches Defender Watch List, highlighting her standout 2025 campaign and positioning her among the nation's top collegiate defenders.

The Aggies will open the season at home on August 23 against Cal Poly and play a 10‑match Mountain West schedule, culminating in the conference championship and an NCAA Tournament berth.

The 2026 season opener for TCU will be played in Dublin on August 29, featuring a countdown that spotlights former defensive back Jason Teague, whose career highlights include a Rose Bowl victory and All‑Mountain West honors.

Fall camp kicked off on August 5, 2026, with 26 practices scheduled before the Aztecs open the season on September 5 against Portland State.

Jake Pope transferred from the Georgia Bulldogs to the UNLV Rebels, posted a career‑high 80 tackles, earned preseason all‑conference honors, and helped the Rebels fall just short of a College Football Playoff berth before a bowl loss.

Sophomore goalkeeper Ava de Leest has been named to the United Soccer Coaches watch list, recognized for her standout freshman season and poised to lead Boise State's upcoming campaign.
The University of Texas at El Paso will test its roster against College of Charleston, North Dakota and Mexican opponents in a busy early‑season slate.

The Mountain West Conference announces the addition of North Dakota State, Northern Illinois, Hawaii and UTEP, while several traditional members head to the revamped Pac‑12, sparking optimism among coaches.

UNLV announced its full 18‑game 2026 men's soccer calendar, highlighting home contests, road challenges against ranked opponents and streaming coverage.

Washington will open the 2026 season against Utah State, a newly joined Pac‑12 program led by coach Bronco Mendenhall and a transfer quarterback, in a game that could prove to be a surprising early‑season test.

The Spartans reveal an 18‑game 2026 season with nine home matches, live streaming on MW+, and the first Mountain West conference schedule.

Nevada aims for a bowl game in 2026 while navigating a reshaped Mountain West conference and a revamped offensive scheme.
North Dakota State University officially joins the Mountain West Conference after a high‑profile Media Days event in Las Vegas, where athletic director Matt Larsen outlined the program's ambitions and the path to FBS competition.
North Dakota State University announced a deal with Gate City Bank to sponsor jersey patches on its athletes' uniforms, a move driven by the need to stay competitive in a changing sports landscape.

Northern Illinois University's football program has left the Mid-American Conference for the Mountain West, seeking new competition and TV revenue while navigating a historic legacy and a changing coaching landscape.

The Miners are transitioning to a new conference, relying on key players and strategic adjustments to improve on a recent record of under‑four wins per season.

The University of Texas at El Paso will join the Mountain West Conference in 2026, opening the season against Oklahoma on ESPN+. With quarterback EJ Colson, receiver Carver Cheeks and defensive end Sterling Miles leading the way, the Miners hope to turn recent struggles into a fresh start under head coach Scotty Walden.

President Wendy Hensel of the University of Hawaiʻi has been selected to represent the Mountain West Conference on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers, a move that underscores the conference’s expanding footprint in collegiate sports leadership.

A look at the Wolf Pack’s fall camp start, key position battles and the broader sports landscape that frames their 2026 campaign.

President Wendy Hensel’s selection to the College Football Playoff Board of Managers underscores the Mountain West Conference’s expanding influence in national athletics.

The University of Wyoming football program will travel to Las Vegas for the 2026 Old Trapper Mountain West Conference Media Days, where head coach Jay Sawvel and key student‑athletes will engage with fans and media, showcasing a season marked by defensive excellence and record‑setting performances.

Coach Jeff Choate, entering his third season, discusses media day participation, key players, and the new‑look Mountain West Conference as the Wolf Pack aims for a blue‑collar, community‑driven season.

President Wendy Hensel’s new role on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers brings fresh leadership to a pivotal governing body, as the University of Hawaiʻi prepares for full conference membership.