The Cal Poly Mustangs of California Polytechnic State University are poised for an intense week of competition across multiple sports from October 27 through November 1, 2026. The mens basketball team begins its 2026-27 regular season at home against Cal State San Marcos on October 27, led by returning All-Big West selections Hamad Mousa and Cayden Ward, who combined for 35 points per game last season.
The womens basketball squad closes its preseason schedule with a home exhibition versus Cal State Monterey Bay on October 29. The team recently posted a 70-38 exhibition victory over Cal State San Marcos with notable contributions from Maddy Tauro, who scored 17 points, and Madison Butcher, who added 16 points and five rebounds.
In mens soccer, Cal Poly faces a must-win home match against UC Riverside on October 31 to secure a place in the Pac-12 Championships. Goalkeeper Matthew Guerra is coming off a career-high seven saves performance against Gonzaga. The women’s soccer team plays at UC Riverside on October 28 and hosts Sacramento State on October 31, competing for a postseason spot in the Big West Conference amid a five-way tie for fourth place.
The volleyball team, currently enjoying a 10-match road winning streak and leading the Big West Conference standings, will compete on the road against UC Irvine on October 30 and UC San Diego on October 31. Breklyn Pulling, recently returned from a knee injury, set a program record with a .867 hitting percentage in a recent match.
The football team travels to Montana State to face the defending national champions on October 31 in a critical Big Sky Conference contest. Running back Tyrei Washington most recently scored his first rushing touchdown of the season.
Both men’s and women’s cross country teams will compete at the Big West Championships in Riverside on October 31, aiming to defend their four consecutive conference titles. The wrestling team begins its season on the same day at the Navy Classic in Annapolis, Maryland, featuring several nationally ranked wrestlers.
Additionally, the mens and womens tennis teams will participate in the Dennis Rizza Classic from October 30 through November 1 in Palos Verdes, extending their fall competition schedules.
CSB Take
This expansive week in Cal Poly Mustangs athletics is a focal point for the program as numerous teams face pivotal moments that will influence postseason trajectories and overall momentum. The basketball season launch, decisive soccer contests, volleyballs sustained winning streak, and challenges in football and cross country underscore a rich competitive landscape. These events will showcase both experienced leaders and emerging talent across the diverse Cal Poly athletic programs, setting the stage for the critical months ahead.
Source: Original report
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