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A milestone season for UCSB men’s soccer blends historic anniversaries with a strategic schedule, new recruits and watch‑list honorees, all aimed at restoring national contention.
In a tightly contested preseason friendly, Donovan Sessoms opened his UC Santa Barbara scoring account with a 30‑yard strike, while goalkeeper Owen Beninga turned in a series of spectacular saves to preserve a 1‑0 victory over LMU.
First‑year forward Donovan Sessoms earns national recognition after a breakout 2024 season, while the Gauchos announce their preseason 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.
UC Santa Barbara is celebrating the 60th anniversary of Harder Stadium and the upcoming FIFA World Cup by offering season tickets for its men’s and women’s soccer teams, featuring discounted pricing, a Junior Gauchos program, and an employee buy‑one‑get‑one deal.