Mississippi Christian University is projected to finish second in the 2026 Gulf South Conference (GSC) men's soccer standings. They received 90 points and six first-place votes, narrowly trailing Auburn Montgomery (AUM) with 94 points and four first-place votes. The Choctaws also lead the conference with three players named to the GSC Preseason All-Conference Team, including standout defender Gage Sorey, junior defender Alvaro Pena, and sophomore midfielder Luke Nolan.

By the Numbers
  • Mississippi Christian finished with 90 points and 6 first-place votes in the poll.
  • They placed second, just behind AUM, which scored 94 points and 4 first-place votes.
State of Play
  • Mississippi Christian is coming off a season as GSC Tournament runner-up, having advanced to the NCAA Division II quarterfinals.
  • The GSC Preseason Team includes 13 players, with Mississippi Christian having the most selections among any conference team.
What's Next

The Choctaws will begin their 2026 season on August 27 before entering GSC play from September 11-13. The GSC Men's Soccer Championship is scheduled for October 31 to November 7.

Bottom Line

As Mississippi Christian gears up for the season, maintaining a strong performance from their key players will be crucial to capitalize on their high preseason standing and achieve championship aspirations after a successful previous season.