The No. 5 Stan State men's soccer team is projected to finish second in the 2026 CCAA preseason coaches' poll. Under fourth-year coach John Powell, the Warriors garnered four first-place votes and a total of 148 points, trailing behind reigning preseason favorite Cal State Dominguez Hills by just seven points. This ranking marks the highest preseason position for the Warriors since Powell's appointment. They are also ranked No. 5 in the NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Preseason Poll, the top CCAA team in the rankings. Stan State looks to build on a successful 2025 season that included a CCAA Tournament Championship and advancement to the NCAA Division II Third Round.

By the Numbers
  • Stan State received 148 points, finishing second in the CCAA preseason poll.
  • The Warriors recorded a 17-2-1 record last season and placed fifth nationally.
State of Play
  • Cal State Dominguez Hills is the preseason favorite with five first-place votes and 155 points.
  • Cal Poly Pomona and Cal State LA follow in third and fourth with 142 and 137 points, respectively.
What's Next

Stan State's season opener is on August 27 against No. 25 Seattle Pacific, with their first home game scheduled for September 3 against Saint Martin's. CCAA play begins on September 18 when they host Cal State Monterey Bay. The team aims to leverage its strong returning roster for continued success this season.

Bottom Line

With a solid lineup and heightened expectations, the Stan State Warriors look poised to exceed last season's achievements, solidifying their status as contenders in the CCAA and on the national stage.