UC Irvine Giving Day

As the pathway to success at the Big West and NCAA levels continues to evolve, sustaining excellence requires a united and committed community. Our Men’s Soccer student-athletes consistently demonstrate an elite standard through their dedication on the field, in the classroom, and beyond—and that progress is made possible by the unwavering support of our alumni, families, and friends.

Your Giving Day support directly impacts our program by funding scholarships, team travel, and essential operational expenses that allow us to compete at the highest-level year after year. Every gift helps enhance the student-athlete experience, elevate our competitive schedule, and maintain the resources needed to sustain long-term success. Thank you for believing in our Men’s Soccer family and for helping us continue our pursuit of excellence.

Together We Zot - Men's Soccer

As a result of the landmark settlement in the NCAA vs. House case, NCAA D1 institutions are entering a new era and now provide financial assistance to student-athletes as part of Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) activities.

That's where Together We Zot comes in. The Together We Zot Fund is managed through the UC Irvine Foundation and is a 501(c)(3) organization. 

This initiative is a bold step forward. It's not just a donation — it's a targeted investment in the success of our student-athletes and the long-term strength of UC Irvine Athletics.

The Together We Zot - Men's Soccer fund is exclusively dedicated to providing scholarships, room and board stipends, summer school, institutional licensing (NIL) directly to student-athletes, and Alston awards, ensuring UC Irvine stays at the forefront of innovation and impact in college sports.

Together We Zot is about more than just funding. It's a commitment to:

• Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent
• Maximizing each student-athlete's potential
• Keeping UC Irvine Athletics nationally competitive
• Providing transformational support as rules evolve

Men’s Soccer History of Success

UC Irvine Men’s Soccer program continued its tradition of excellence in 2025, when the Anteaters captured their sixth Big West Conference Championship and earned their eighth appearance in the NCAA Tournament. In 2025, UC Irvine also shared the Big West regular-season title—the sixth in program history—while finishing 11-4-6 and going unbeaten in conference play, highlighted by an 11-match unbeaten streak that extended into the playoffs.

That sustained success was powered by elite performances across the roster, as the Anteaters set a school record with five United Soccer Coaches All-Far West Region selections and earned seven All-Big West honors. UC Irvine secured key regular season victories over fellow NCAA Tournament teams UCLA, Cornell, and North Florida. Under the leadership of Head Coach Yossi Raz—who earned his third Big West Coach of the Year award—and Big West Championship MVP and team captain Nolan DiCenzo, the 2025 season once again showcased UC Irvine Men’s Soccer as a model of consistency, competitiveness, and championship-level achievement.