Bentley University’s field hockey program entered the 2026 season with a clear sense of purpose, having just completed a breakthrough year that saw the Falcons capture the NE10 Championship and secure an at‑large berth to the NCAA Tournament.
The team’s resurgence was reflected in the preseason poll released by the Northeast 10, where Bentley earned 63 points and was positioned third behind Assumption College and Saint Anselm College.
A season of expectations
Head coach emphasized continuity, noting that the core group that reached the championship game will return with added experience and a deeper roster.
The Falcons’ early schedule features two of their first three contests on home turf in Waltham, beginning with a September 6 opener against Southern New Hampshire.
A week later, on September 10, Bentley travels to Saint Anselm before hosting East Stroudsburg on September 13, giving the team a chance to build momentum in front of local fans.
The first conference matchup arrives on September 27 at Mercy, marking the start of NE10 play and setting the tone for the remainder of the league slate.
Fans can also look forward to a rematch with Saint Anselm, the team that fell to Bentley in double overtime during the 2025 championship game, a narrative that adds extra intrigue to the upcoming season.
With the program ranked tenth in the NFHCA poll at the close of last season, expectations are high for another strong campaign, and the Falcons are eager to translate preseason optimism into on‑field success.