Georgian Court Men's Soccer is set to start the 2026 season ranked seventh in the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) Preseason Coaches Poll. The team finished eighth last year with a 4-6 league record and will rely on standout players Gijs van Eif, coming off an injury-shortened season, and the top assist provider Jack Pollintine-Smith. The Lions look to improve from a 5-9-3 overall record and make a stronger impact in the CACC Tournament after narrowly losing to Post in the quarterfinals last year.

By the Numbers
  • Georgian Court finished eighth in the CACC last season with a 4-6 conference record.
  • They earned 46 points in the preseason poll, just one point behind Holy Family.
State of Play
  • The Lions will open their season on August 27 at Bentley, followed by a match against Saint Michael's on August 29.
  • Georgian Court's first home game is scheduled for September 3 against Staten Island.
What's Next

As the season progresses, the Lions aim to boost their standings with significant contributions from returning players and new talent, particularly in goalkeeping. Their first CACC match is against Post on September 19, a rematch from last year's tournament.

Bottom Line

With a mix of returning stars and new prospects, Georgian Court's success will hinge on player health and performance early in the season. Improvement from last year's eighth-place finish is their primary goal as they seek a stronger postseason showing.