Washington and Lee University’s men’s soccer program enters the 2026 season with high expectations after a strong showing in the ODAC preseason poll, where the Generals secured second place with 111 points, trailing only the University of Lynchburg, which captured the top spot with 121 points and eleven first‑place votes.
Key Returners
Head coach Lumumba Shabazz will rely on a core group that includes captains Matthew Jenkins and Spencer Furman, who earned All‑ODAC honors and led the defense to its lowest goals‑against total in a decade. Their experience forms the backbone of a squad that finished 11‑5‑5 overall last year and captured its fourth straight ODAC title game appearance.
The schedule blends home and away challenges, beginning with a home opener against the University of Lynchburg on September 1, followed by a slate of nine road contests and seven matchups on the familiar grounds of George Washington Hall. In addition to the ODAC slate, the Generals will test themselves against non‑conference opponents such as Hampden‑Sydney College and Bridgewater College, aiming to sharpen their tactics before conference play.
ODAC Tournament action is slated to commence on October 31, with semifinals on November 4 and the championship game on November 7, hosted by the highest remaining seed. A successful run will secure another berth in the NCAA Tournament, marking the tenth consecutive year the Generals have earned a postseason invitation.
Fans can stream all home contests live through FloSports and FloCollege, while regular‑season admission remains free. Postseason games, however, will require ticket purchases, ensuring that the excitement of the tournament is accessible to a wider audience.