The Oral Roberts men's soccer team kicks off its 2026 season at home against UC Riverside on August 20, at 7 PM. This match takes place at the Case Soccer Complex in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where both teams begin their campaigns with clean slates. Oral Roberts is coming off a 4-10-3 record last season but was ranked fourth in the Summit League preseason coaches' poll, while UC Riverside transitions from the Big West to the Pac-12.

By the Numbers
  • Oral Roberts finished the 2025 season with a record of 4-10-3, including a 1-3-2 Summit League performance.
  • UC Riverside's 2025 season record was 4-9-4 with a 2-6-1 finish in the Big West.
State of Play
  • Oral Roberts has 13 returning players and welcomes 15 newcomers to their roster.
  • Head coach Ryan Bush enters his 14th season, with a career record of 101-85-30.
What's Next

The Golden Eagles will look to improve their standings in the Summit League, while UC Riverside prepares for a tough Pac-12 opening starting in October. Upcoming matches will test both teams early in the season.

Bottom Line

This season opener presents a critical opportunity for both teams to establish momentum and set the tone for their respective seasons, with Oral Roberts aiming for a stronger performance than last year.