The West Coast Conference announced its 2026 men's golf preseason poll on January 23, with Pepperdine picked to finish first. Three Pepperdine players earned preseason All-WCC honors, while Pacific was selected second for the second straight year. Washington State's Sam Renner also made the preseason team.
The West Coast Conference (WCC) released its 2026 men's golf preseason poll on January 23 in San Bruno, California, projecting Pepperdine to claim the top spot. This marks a strong endorsement for the Waves, who have a storied history in the sport, including NCAA Championships in 1997 and 2021, 24 WCC titles, and 28 NCAA Regional appearances.
Pepperdine's Mahanth Chirravuri, Brady Siravo, and Willy Walsh were named to the preseason All-WCC team, highlighting the program's depth. The Waves currently boast four active PGA Tour members in 2025, underscoring their pipeline to professional success.
For the second consecutive year, the University of the Pacific was picked to finish second in the poll. Meanwhile, Washington State junior Sam Renner earned a spot on the preseason team, recognizing his consistent performance from the fall season.
Pepperdine kicks off its spring campaign January 26-28, hosting the Southwestern Invitational at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village, California. The poll sets the stage for a competitive season among WCC programs, with no major contradictions in the conference's projections across official announcements.
