The Cascade Collegiate Conference has announced its 2026 Preseason Soccer Coaches' Polls, ranking the Carroll College Men's team second and the Women's team fifth. The Men are coming off two consecutive appearances in the CCC Championship Match and NAIA National Tournament, receiving 148 points, just behind Eastern Oregon's 149. Conversely, the Women, recovering from an injury-plagued season that led to an eighth-place finish, received 112 points in the preseason rankings.

By the Numbers
  • Men's team ranks 2nd with 148 points, trailing Eastern Oregon by just 1 point.
  • Women's team ranks 5th with 112 points and secured 1 first-place vote.
State of Play
  • Both teams are set to begin their seasons with scrimmages against North Idaho College.
  • The Women's scrimmage starts at 11 a.m., followed by the Men's at 1:30 p.m.
What's Next

As the season begins, both teams aim to capitalize on their previous experiences and key player returns, potentially changing the dynamics of the conference's competitive landscape.

Bottom Line

With strong rankings and promising talent returning, Carroll College's soccer teams are poised for a noteworthy season, making them teams to watch in the CCC.