UC Santa Barbara Women's Soccer has announced its 2026 schedule, consisting of 24 games with 11 at home. The season starts with an exhibition match against Trinity Western on August 8. Following that, they will host LMU, San Jose State, and Fresno State for their first three matches. The Gauchos aim to build on last season's successes, where they made their second consecutive Big West Championship with 13 wins, tying for the fourth most in a single season.

By the Numbers
  • 24 total games scheduled for the Gauchos in 2026.
  • 11 home matches at Harder Stadium.
  • 13 wins in the previous season, tied for fourth most in program history.
State of Play
  • The Gauchos seek to maintain momentum from their recent successful season.
  • Key conference matchups include games against Long Beach State and Sacramento State.
  • They will also face off against new conference foe Utah Valley at home.
What's Next

As the season approaches, fans can purchase season tickets to ensure attendance at all home matches. The Gauchos will participate in the Big West Championships starting November 4, with hopes of advancing to claim the title.

Bottom Line

The UC Santa Barbara Women's Soccer team looks to build on past successes and engage fans this season with a competitive schedule and the potential for another championship run.