The Pac-12 has officially released its men's soccer conference schedule for the 2026 season, coinciding with the league's new launch. The season starts in early August with the Gonzaga men's soccer team hosting Cal Baptist on September 30. This marks the inaugural championship events for the sport in the Pac-12’s history. The format includes cross-conference matchups with the Big West, introducing new team affiliations. The top four teams will compete in the first-ever Pac-12 Championship in November.

By the Numbers
  • The Pac-12's men's soccer championships will occur for the first time in 110 years.
  • Eight NCAA Tournament appearances have been recorded by the member teams over the last five seasons.
State of Play
  • The Pac-12 and Big West partnership includes affiliate members California Baptist, Cal Poly, UC Riverside, and UC San Diego.
  • The tournament semifinals will be held on November 7, 2026, and the final will take place the weekend of November 13-14, with hosts determined by seeding.
What's Next

As the season approaches, fans can expect details on event start times and viewing options to be announced soon. The unique cross-conference games in October will play a key role in team standings leading up to the championship.

Bottom Line

The introduction of men's soccer championships marks a significant evolution for the Pac-12, setting the stage for heightened competition and fan engagement in the upcoming 2026 season.