
Soccer’s Rise in New England: World Cup Sparks Cultural Shift
The summer of 2026 sees soccer overtaking baseball in New England, driven by World Cup excitement, stadium transformations, and vibrant fan zones.
Jun 11, 2026
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The summer of 2026 sees soccer overtaking baseball in New England, driven by World Cup excitement, stadium transformations, and vibrant fan zones.

The Bulldogs close out their regular season with a Friday doubleheader versus Marist, aiming to extend a historic 2‑0 edge while standout performances from Ellis Garcia, Casey Wensley, Gavin Greger, Carlos Irizarry and Justin Hackett add extra intrigue.

Stonehill’s baseball team concluded its regular season with an 11‑1 loss to Bryant, dropping to 19‑27. Key streaks were extended and the Bulldogs will next host Norfolk State in a three‑game NEC series.