The University of Minnesota Duluth women's hockey program has unveiled its 2026‑27 schedule, marking the 28th season of competition. The slate begins with a non‑conference series against Mercyhurst University in Duluth on September 25‑26, setting the tone for a year that blends tradition with new challenges.
Following the opening series, the Bulldogs will travel to Burlington, Vermont, for a road matchup with the Catamounts on October 2‑3. Shortly thereafter, they open Western Collegiate Hockey Association play against the University of St. Thomas on October 9‑10, a game that promises to test the team's early-season form.
Key matchups and tournament implications
The schedule also includes a series of high‑profile contests against four 2026 NCAA Tournament teams: the University of Minnesota, Quinnipiac University, Ohio State University, and the University of Wisconsin. These games are spaced throughout the fall and winter, with home dates against Minnesota on October 30‑31, Quinnipiac on January 2‑3, Ohio State on January 8‑9, and Wisconsin on February 12‑13.
In addition to regular‑season play, the Bulldogs have been selected to host the 2027 NCAA Frozen Four at AMSOIL Arena in March. The event will take place on March 19 and 21, marking the fifth time the arena has served as the venue for the women's Frozen Four and continuing a legacy that began with hostings in 2003, 2008, 2012, and 2023.
The program enters the new season riding momentum from a 20‑15‑3 overall record and its sixth straight NCAA Tournament appearance. With a schedule that blends non‑conference challenges, conference battles, and a marquee home event, the Bulldogs aim to extend their recent success and contend for another deep tournament run.