Utah Tech men's soccer has been projected to finish 6th in the 2026 Mountain West Conference Preseason Coaches Poll. The Trailblazers earned three selections to the Preseason Watchlist: goalkeeper Luca Campoli, forward Samir Cuevas, and defender Tanner Dutra. The team is behind Air Force's 10 points and closely trailing the leading teams, Grand Canyon and San Jose State, who both scored 22 points. This marks the trailblazers' inaugural season in the Mountain West Conference. Their first match is scheduled for August 20 against CSU Bakersfield.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Tech received 7 points in the preseason poll, placing them 6th.
  • Luca Campoli recorded 37 saves and two shutouts in the 2025 season.
  • Samir Cuevas tallied three assists and six shots on goal in six games last season.
  • Tanner Dutra led the team in minutes played with 1,509 minutes in 2025.
State of Play
  • Grand Canyon and San Jose State are the preseason favorites with 22 points each.
  • Utah Tech has three players recognized for their potential in the upcoming season.
  • The team kicks off its season on Aug. 20 against CSU Bakersfield.
What's Next

The Trailblazers will seek to exceed pre-season expectations as they compete in their first Mountain West season, with key players expected to lead their campaign. They will also look to build momentum heading into conference play starting on September 26 against Air Force.

Bottom Line

With a mix of strong individual performances expected from their standout players, Utah Tech aims to challenge the mid-tier of the Mountain West despite its 6th place prediction, potentially setting the stage for surprising outcomes in their inaugural season.