UC Davis men's soccer team is gearing up for its inaugural season in the Mountain West Conference in 2026. The Aggies will host seven regular-season matches at Aggie Soccer Field, starting with Cal Poly on August 23. They join a six-team league and will compete in a home-and-away format, facing all conference members. The team has previously won championships in the Big West Tournament in 2019 and 2024, marking a strong transition to the new league. The regular season kicks off on August 20, with a total of 10 conference matches scheduled from September 26.

By the Numbers
  • UC Davis will play 10 Mountain West conference matches in its first season.
  • The Aggies have won the Big West Tournament twice, in 2019 and 2024.
State of Play
  • UC Davis opens its home season on August 23 against Cal Poly.
  • All Mountain West teams will start conference play on September 26.
  • The inaugural Mountain West Men's Soccer Championship will take place from November 8-14.
What's Next

The Aggies will prepare for their first exhibition match against Cal on August 13, followed by another against Chico State on August 16. As the season progresses, their performance in the Mountain West will set the tone for future competitions. The outcome of the conference matches could impact NCAA Tournament aspirations.

Bottom Line

As UC Davis makes its transition to the Mountain West Conference, success in this season will be pivotal in establishing its program's reputation and competing for postseason opportunities. Focus on their early matches will be crucial for building momentum as they enter a historically significant year.