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The Mustangs dominated from the start, posting a 12-2 shot advantage and a 19-8 overall edge, en route to a shutout that honored four seniors and two fifth-year players.
The Mustangs broke a long‑standing drought in their season opener, securing a 1‑0 win against UNLV thanks to a decisive penalty kick and a series of pivotal moments that reshaped the game.
Both teams opened the 2026 season with 1‑0 wins, highlighted by strong defensive performances, key saves, and a penalty goal.
Cal Poly’s women’s soccer team broke a 13‑year opening‑match drought with a 1‑0 win over UNLV, highlighted by Miah Thomas’s decisive penalty and a shutout by Shannon Porubski.
Annika Smith scored twice, leading the White squad to a 2-1 victory over Green in the annual intrasquad match, a contest that also featured a long‑range equaliser from Kenzie Herzing and solid goalkeeping from both sides.
The Mustangs add forwards Zoe Minnery and Isis Salazar‑Ortega, midfielders Izzy Sawyers and Miah Thomas, joining a recruiting class that includes five mid‑year transfers and six freshmen.
The Mustangs have announced a 10‑home‑match 2026 schedule that pits them against national contenders, revives historic rivalries and prepares the squad for a reshaped Big West Conference.