The Minnesota State women's hockey program has released its 2026‑27 schedule, a 30‑game slate that promises a strong start and a deep run toward the postseason. The season opens with a nonconference series at home against RPI on September 25‑26, setting the tone for a campaign that will see the Mavericks travel across the country and host a series of high‑profile opponents.
Season Opener and Early Road Trip
After opening the year with a home‑and‑home against St. Cloud State in early October, the team journeys to Wisconsin, then heads to Boston for the Ice Breaker tournament, where they will meet Robert Morris, Boston University or Yale, and finish the eastern swing with a game against Boston College.
Conference Play and Key Series
Conference play begins with a home‑and‑home series versus St. Thomas in late October, followed by a stretch that includes trips to Bemidji State, a home series against Minnesota Duluth, and a showdown with Ohio State in December. January brings a mix of home and away games, highlighted by a home‑and‑home series with Minnesota and a trip to St. Cloud State, while February features additional home‑and‑home matchups against St. Thomas and Minnesota.
Looking Ahead to the Playoffs
The regular season concludes with a home series against Bemidji State on February 19‑20, after which the WCHA quarterfinals are set for February 26‑28. The Final Face‑off is scheduled for March 4‑6, and the NCAA tournament opens on March 11, giving the Mavericks a clear path to extend their recent success.
The team also carries momentum from last year’s performance: a school‑record 17 wins, finishing 17‑19‑2 and reaching the Final Face‑off for the second time in program history. With 16 home games on the schedule, fans have ample opportunity to support the squad as it aims for another deep playoff run.