There are two signs hanging in the Cal Poly Men’s Soccer locker room inside Spanos Stadium. One reads “intensity,” and the other, “hard work.” The Mustangs lived by those words in 2024 and an all-in approach to the game of soccer that left no other option but success. These principles are head coach Oige Kennedy’s […]
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How Cal Poly Men’s Soccer’s redefined offense led them to a Big West Conference title
Coming into head coach Oige Kennedy’s second season, the Mustang’s momentum was set to drive them to success within and outside the conference, but injuries to all four leading goalscorers from the 2023 season could’ve derailed Cal Poly’s rise. The Big West stat sheets are highlighted by goal scorers in the double digits for programs […]
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Cal Poly Men’s Soccer draws with CSUN on the road, fall to third in Big West
The final away match of the season for Cal Poly Men’s Soccer ended with a 1-1 draw against Cal State Northridge on Saturday at Matador Soccer Stadium. After the draw, the Mustangs (6-4-7, 3-1-4 Big West) slid into a tie for third place in the conference with UC San Diego. Both teams are one point […]
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Nicky McCune bided his time, now he’s the best goalkeeper in the Big West
Junior goalkeeper Nicky McCune is leading the Big West in almost every statistical category for his position in his first season as a starter at Cal Poly, but his journey to dominance has not been straightforward. McCune leads the Big West Conference in shutouts, gives up the eight-least goals in the nation, and ranks in […]
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Cal Poly Men’s Soccer narrowly falls to Oral Roberts
Despite the Mustangs’ offensive onslaught, Cal Poly failed to score against Oral Roberts, resulting in a 1-0 loss on Thursday. The Mustangs (0-2-1) remain scoreless through their opening three games, but offensive pressure has not been an issue for Cal Poly, who have consistently found themselves a foothold in the opposition’s half. Following their form […]
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How Cal Poly Men’s Soccer can continue to improve in year two of Oige Kennedy’s tenure
Backed by a cast of returning veterans and new additions to their roster, Cal Poly Men’s Soccer is seeking improvement from last year’s first round exit from the Big West Championship. The Mustangs finished the 2023 season with an overall record of 5-8-4, but a record of 3-3-3 in conference play scored the program a […]
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Cal Poly advance to the Big West Tournament after 1-1 Draw at CSU Bakersfield
Cal Poly Men’s Soccer moves onto the Big West Championship following a 1-1 draw against CSU Bakersfield. The Mustangs were picked to finish last in the conference in the Big West preseason poll.
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Familiar faces sink Cal Poly Men’s Soccer 1-0 in Blue-Green rivalry game
Cal Poly Men’s Soccer drops Blue-Green matchup in 1-0 loss. The annual rivalry game brought in a crowd of 8,128 fans.
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Cal Poly Men’s Soccer clinches first win against Air Force Falcons
Cal Poly Men’s Soccer won their first game of the season 2-1 against the Air Force Academy Falcons on Sunday, Sept. 17 at Mustang Memorial Field The Mustangs (1-3-1) played after the conclusion of the women’s soccer match, who defeated the University of Pacific earlier that day. The Mustangs had the first score of the […]