The MACU Men鈥檚 Soccer team is gearing up for the 2026 season with optimism, having earned a second-place ranking in the Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) preseason poll. The Evangels, with 72 points and three first-place votes, will kick off their season at home against Paul Quinn on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Oklahoma City topped the poll with 78 points and seven first-place votes, while John Brown and Southwestern Christian followed in the standings.

By the Numbers
  • MACU received 72 points in the SAC preseason poll.
  • The Evangels finished third last season with a record of 9-9-4 (5-2-2 SAC).
State of Play
  • New head coach James Roberson leads a roster with only 12 returners.
  • The team will rely on senior captains Diego Sano and Elias Hirt for leadership.
  • Notable newcomers include Daniel Gallagher and Ebenezer Boti, adding depth to key positions.
What's Next

The Evangels will face a challenging non-conference schedule that includes matches against Concordia and Bellevue, before diving into SAC competition. They will host significant league matches against John Brown and Oklahoma City in October.

Bottom Line

With a blend of seasoned players and new talent, MACU aims to rebound from last season's disappointments and make a strong push for the postseason in the 2026 season.