UC Santa Barbara Men’s Soccer Secures 3-1 Victory Over Rival Cal Poly
The UC Santa Barbara men's soccer team defeated rival Cal Poly 3-1 at Harder Stadium, with a dominant first-half performance witnessed by a crowd of over 11,000 spectators.
Santa Barbara Santa Maria San Luis Obispo, CA, October 11, 2026 —
The UC Santa Barbara men’s soccer team earned a decisive 3-1 victory against its rival, Cal Poly, on Saturday at Harder Stadium. The match drew a significant crowd, with more than 11,000 spectators in attendance to witness the conference showdown.
UC Santa Barbara established a commanding presence early in the game, delivering a dominant performance throughout the first half. This strong opening period laid the foundation for their eventual win.
The home team successfully converted three goals, while Cal Poly managed to score one goal during the contest. The final score reflected the advantage established by UC Santa Barbara.
The attendance figure of over 11,000 underscores the high interest in the rivalry match between the two collegiate teams.
Story summarized from the original created by Barry Punzal, Noozhawk Contributing Writer on www.noozhawk.com, see more information here.
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