UCSB Men's Water Polo Won Six Consecutive Games
The Gauchos defeated San Jose State and Saint Mary's College in a strong road performance.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Swimming
The UCSB men's water polo team secured victories over San Jose State and Saint Mary's College, extending their current winning streak to six games. The Gauchos have improved their overall season record to 16-8 following these recent results.
Why it matters
The team's sustained momentum highlights their competitive form as they navigate the mid-season schedule. This winning run positions UCSB as a serious contender in their upcoming matches.
UCSB defeated San Jose State 13-12 and Saint Mary's 14-8, bringing their season record to 16-8. Wyatt Pieretti anchored the defense with 13 saves in the win against San Jose State.
The players
Luigi Canepa
He is a key offensive contributor for the UCSB men's water polo team who scored five goals in the victory against San Jose State.
Charlie Johnson
He is a member of the UCSB men's water polo team who secured the winning goal in overtime against San Jose State.
Wyatt Pieretti
He serves as a goalkeeper for the UCSB men's water polo team and recorded 13 saves during the game against San Jose State.
Landon Lassahn
He is an athlete on the UCSB men's water polo team who scored three goals in the win over Saint Mary's College.
The details
Charlie Johnson netted the overtime winning goal with 35 seconds remaining against San Jose State, while Luigi Canepa contributed five goals in that same contest. In the match against Saint Mary's, Landon Lassahn scored three goals and the team pulled away by outscoring their opponent 5-1 in the third quarter.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: UCSB set a program record by scoring 35 goals against Occidental College.
October 3, 2026: UCSB defeated San Jose State and Saint Mary's College in San Jose.
October 10, 2026: UCSB is scheduled to play California Baptist University.
Season Trajectory
This string of six consecutive victories bolsters the team's standing as they head into the latter half of the season. Following their record-breaking 35-goal performance on Sept. 27, the Gauchos continue to demonstrate high-scoring potential and defensive resilience.
The six-game winning streak improves UCSB's season record to 16-8, providing a significant boost to their momentum before facing California Baptist University. These results demonstrate consistent offensive production from key players like Luigi Canepa and Charlie Johnson.
The takeaway
The team has demonstrated strong situational awareness by executing late-game heroics in overtime. Maintaining this level of focus will be critical as the Gauchos face their next opponent on October 10.
What happens next
UCSB faces California Baptist University on October 10, 2026.
Further reading
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