CAL POLY HUMBOLDT, Calif. — The Cal Poly Humboldt men’s soccer team suffered a 3-0 defeat to first-ranked Cal State Los Angeles on October 2, 2026, in a California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) conference match played at College Creek Field in Arcata, California.
Cal State Los Angeles took control early, scoring in the seventh minute and doubling the lead by 22:18. The Golden Eagles added a third goal at 73:07 to secure the shutout victory. The loss dropped Humboldt’s overall record to 2-6-3 and its conference record to 1-4.
Humboldt freshman Luke Gomes created early chances with two shots on target in the 14th and 17th minutes, both saved by Cal State Los Angeles’ goalkeeper. Dominik Chipp also generated an attempt in the 25th minute, while Izaiah Grosveld contributed three shots, including one in the 60th minute, representing Humboldt’s offensive efforts.
Goalkeeper Benjamin McDonald played the full 90 minutes for Humboldt, making three saves, all during the opening half. Cal State Los Angeles dominated the shot count 20-6 overall, registering six shots on goal compared to Humboldt’s two, and held a 7-2 advantage in corner kicks.
The Lumberjacks will return to College Creek Field on October 4, 2026, to host Cal Poly Pomona in the Cal Poly Clash, which also serves as Senior Day.
CSB Take
Cal Poly Humboldt faced a challenging adversary in the top-ranked Cal State Los Angeles team, highlighting a gap that the Lumberjacks will need to address as the season progresses. Although outmatched in possession and shot opportunities, the early chances by freshmen indicate developmental potential within the squad. The upcoming home match against Cal Poly Pomona presents a critical opportunity for Humboldt to capitalize on home-field advantage and improve their conference standing. Continued focus on both defensive resilience and offensive execution will be key for the team moving forward.
Source: Original report
