The Evergreen State College men's soccer team was ranked 11th in the 2026 Cascade Collegiate Conference Preseason Coaches' Poll. Eastern Oregon University topped the poll by just one point, receiving three first place votes and a total of 149 points. Evergreen finished last season with a 1-12-2 overall record and has the upcoming season opener on August 27 against Ottawa University Arizona. Head Coach Steve Schmidt enters his sixth season at the helm, hoping to improve upon last year's performance.

By the Numbers
  • Evergreen finished 2025 with a CCC record of 1-9-2 and an overall record of 1-12-2.
  • Eastern Oregon topped the poll with 149 points, followed closely by Carroll College with 148 points.
State of Play
  • Evergreen is set to start the 2026 season on August 27 at Geoduck Pitch.
  • Key returning players include Cooper Davis, who had one goal and one assist last season, and Kolby Juarez, who scored two goals in 2025.
What's Next

The Geoducks aim to improve their standing in the CCC and build momentum from the season opener. The performance in August will set the tone for the remainder of the season.

Bottom Line

With a challenging preseason poll ranking, Evergreen's success this season will depend heavily on player development and overcoming last year's struggles. The team's performance in the early games will be crucial for establishing confidence and direction.