Canisius College women's soccer head coach Ryan Louis unveiled the 2026 slate on Tuesday, outlining a 17‑match schedule that blends home and away fixtures across the Northeast.
Season Overview
The upcoming campaign features eight home contests and nine road games, offering a balanced mix of regional rivalries and Metro Conference matchups.
The Golden Griffins open their seventh season under Louis on August 13 with a home victory over regional rival Le Moyne, setting the tone for the year.
Early road trips take the team to St. Bonaventure on August 23 and to Colgate on August 27, testing the squad against two of the Metro’s competitive programs.
September brings a highly anticipated derby against Buffalo on September 2, followed by the start of Metro Conference play on September 5 against Sacred Heart.
October’s schedule showcases a series of home fixtures against Quinnipiac, Marist, Niagara and Manhattan, while the Griffins travel to Siena, Merrimack and Saint Peter's for away contests.
The regular season concludes on November 4 with a visit to Mount St. Mary's, after which the team will shift focus to the postseason.
Metro Women's Soccer Championship
The 2026 Metro Women's Soccer Championship is a six‑team, single‑elimination tournament that begins with first‑round action on November 8, proceeds to semifinals on November 12, and crowns a champion on November 15.
The victorious club earns the league’s automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament, adding a tangible incentive to each match in the closing stretch.
With a blend of home‑field advantage and challenging road tests, the 2026 schedule positions Canisius for a competitive season as it aims to return to the national stage.