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Boston University will host Dartmouth on September 6 at New Balance Field, looking to build on an 11‑1 historical edge as the team welcomes back graduate student Maddie Hudson and sophomore Lucy Johnson, who recently earned Patriot League Forward of the Week honors.
Boston University’s field hockey program celebrated a sweep of weekly Patriot League honors, with sophomore forward Lucy Johnson named Forward of the Week, senior defender Alex Purcell earning Defender of the Week, and freshman Jenna Park taking Rookie of the Week.
The Patriot League unveiled its first weekly field hockey awards for the 2026 season, spotlighting standout performances from Boston University, American University, and other member institutions.
The Navy women's soccer team secured three Patriot League weekly awards after a dominant 3‑0 week, highlighting standout performances from Adlam, Stramrood, and Jones while preparing for upcoming road games.
On August 31, 2026, the Patriot League announced its weekly men’s soccer awards, and Army West Point captured every category, showcasing a week of exceptional play.
The Naval Academy’s football team opens its 2026 campaign at home against Towson, a game that marks a second meeting with the Tigers, a rushing record for Shun White, and the continuation of a 78‑game home winning streak when leading after three quarters.
William & Mary rallied past Villanova in a 35‑32 thriller, while Colgate dominated Fordham 24‑14, showcasing dramatic finishes and career‑high efforts that set the tone for the new season.
The Rams opened the 2026 campaign at home against Colgate, rallying from a 14-point deficit before a late interception returned for a touchdown. Key performances from senior defenders and quarterback Gunnar Smith underscored the game, which marked several program firsts.
The University of Akron’s men’s soccer team will host Wake Forest in a highly anticipated White Out match on August 28, aiming to improve their early season record and climb higher in national polls.
The Navy men's soccer team begins its home schedule with two early games, featuring a historic first meeting with Presbyterian and a broadcast on ESPN+.
Boston University’s women’s basketball team has released its complete 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting 31 games that begin with a road opener at Dartmouth and feature key returning players and new additions.
The opening week of the 2026 college football schedule blends FCS showdowns, historic rematches and early power‑five confrontations, highlighting teams poised to make early statements.
The Golden Bears open the 2026 campaign with back‑to‑back home games, facing ranked opponents and returning key talent under new co‑directors Tara and Steve Danielson.
The Patriot League recognized standout performances by Archie Hatcher, Nick Gallucci, Kelly Cooper, Harrison Wolfrom and Gunnar Guest, highlighting a season of balanced competition and academic excellence.
The Brown University women's soccer team prepares for its first road game of the 2026 season against Holy Cross, entering the matchup with a strong preseason ranking and a roster bolstered by returning All‑Ivy talent.
Nicole Lauro and Caroline O'Brien receive preseason All-Patriot League recognition while the Terriers prepare to open their campaign against Merrimack.
The 2026 preseason poll reveals American at the top, with standout players earning individual awards and the league emphasizing academic excellence alongside athletic competition.
The Navy Men's Soccer team opened its 2026 campaign with a pair of matches in San Diego, marking the first time the squad has traveled to California for season‑opening games since 2006. Under new head coach John Hackworth, who brings three decades of experience from Major League Soccer and the U.S. Men’s National Team, the Midshipmen are looking to translate preseason optimism into results on the field. The roster features a blend of veteran leadership and fresh talent, with senior captain Nate Stewart anchoring the defense alongside returning midfielders Duncan Sullivan and Nick Gallucci, while forwards Gavin McBride and Liam Plum aim to add depth in attack. The team will miss the contributions of four departed starters, including leading scorer Andrew Schug and goalkeeper Robert Eaton, but the coaching staff believes the remaining players are ready to step up. Four current Midshipmen hail from California — Ben Leisegang, Will Boyd, Sam Clark and Yul Hong — giving the squad a familiar connection to the West Coast environment they will encounter in their upcoming fixtures. In addition to the California opponents, Navy will later face George Washington on August 28 at 7:05 p.m., a match that will test the team’s early‑season chemistry. The Midshipmen finished ninth in the Patriot League preseason poll, a respectable position that reflects both the program’s tradition and the challenges ahead. With a historic 70‑20‑15 record in season openers over 105 years, the team hopes to extend its winning streak as it begins the new campaign.
The Crimson open the 2026 campaign at home against Stony Brook, seeking to rebuild a defense that lost two stalwarts while leveraging returning talent and international recruits
Freshman midfielder Ingrid Murphy’s debut performances have earned her Patriot League Rookie of the Week honors, highlighted by a decisive goal and a flurry of shots in Bucknell’s opening fixtures.
Kaitlyn Flanagan, the undefeated high school champion and Patriot League MVP, signs with Ireland's Waterford Wildcats, reflecting on a career that blends athletic ambition with community service.
The Eagles enter the 2026 season as the preseason favorite in the Patriot League, buoyed by award‑winning players, a consistent coaching staff, and a recent record of conference dominance.
The Patriot League announces its 2026 preseason men's soccer awards, highlighting the American Eagles as favorites and recognizing top players from Bucknell and Lehigh.
Andrea Di Blasio and Pharis Petrica were selected to the Preseason All-Patriot League Team, highlighting Boston University’s strong outlook after a fourth straight semifinal run.