UCSB Soccer Match Ended in 2-2 Draw
The UC Santa Barbara women's soccer team extended its unbeaten streak to six games following the result.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Soccer
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UC Santa Barbara played to a 2-2 tie against Long Beach State, keeping the Gauchos undefeated over their last six contests. Hailey Tyacke and Alondra Talamantes each contributed goals for UCSB during the first half.
Why it matters
The result sustains the momentum for UC Santa Barbara as the program navigates the middle portion of its season. Maintaining an unbeaten run is crucial for the team's standing as they prepare for upcoming home fixtures.
UCSB moved to a 5-1-4 record with a six-game unbeaten streak, while Cal Poly improved its season standing to 4-3-2 following a win over Cal Baptist.
The players
UCSB
The University of California, Santa Barbara is a public research university that competes in Division I collegiate soccer.
Long Beach State
California State University, Long Beach, is a public university that maintains a competitive women's soccer program.
Cal Poly
California Polytechnic State University is a public university in San Luis Obispo that sponsors varsity soccer teams.
Sam Liaty
Sam Liaty is a soccer player for Cal Poly who scored the deciding goal in the team's recent victory.
The details
Hailey Tyacke and Alondra Talamantes recorded first-half goals for the Gauchos to help secure the draw. Meanwhile, Cal Poly earned a 2-1 victory over Cal Baptist behind goals from Madison Lujan and a 69th-minute tie-breaker by Sam Liaty.
Timeline
The soccer matches took place on September 23, 2026.
UCSB is scheduled to host Sacramento State on September 26, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This result keeps UCSB in a strong position within the NCAA Division I women's soccer regular season as they push for a favorable postseason seed. The team's ongoing unbeaten run signals a high level of stability compared to rivals navigating more volatile stretches of the schedule.
The draw brings the Gauchos to a 5-1-4 record, maintaining their momentum ahead of the home game against Sacramento State. Sam Liaty's 69th-minute goal secured a win for Cal Poly, shifting their record to 4-3-2.
The takeaway
Maintaining an unbeaten streak through the middle of the season provides a competitive psychological edge for the Gauchos. Consistency in the defensive and offensive transitions will remain vital as the team faces Sacramento State later this week.
What happens next
UCSB will host Sacramento State on September 26, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Further reading
For additional context on the local team's performance, visit Soccer.
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