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By the People, for the People
Yale Men's Lacrosse Looks to Rebound in 2026 Season
The Bulldogs aim to put a disappointing 2025 campaign behind them with a new attitude and lineup.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Yale University men's lacrosse team is set to open its 2026 season this Saturday against Army after a 5-8 record last year that was marred by injuries. Head coach Andy Shay says the team has a new attitude and several new players as they look to bounce back on the field.
Why it matters
Yale's men's lacrosse program is a perennial powerhouse, so a down season like 2025 is atypical. The team's ability to rebound and return to form will be closely watched by the school's passionate fan base and the broader college lacrosse community.
The details
The Bulldogs have been practicing outdoors for the past couple of weeks despite the cold and snowy conditions in New Haven, Connecticut. Coach Shay is eager for his team to get the chance to play against an opponent other than themselves, with the season opener set for this Saturday at Army.
- The Yale men's lacrosse team opens its 2026 season on Saturday, February 15.
- The Bulldogs were 5-8 in the 2025 season.
The players
Andy Shay
The head coach of the Yale men's lacrosse team, who is looking to lead the Bulldogs to a bounce-back season in 2026 after a disappointing 2025 campaign.
What they’re saying
“It's been a difficult offseason, waiting to play someone else, but we get a chance to do it again this weekend. Hopefully we get a chance to play with the effort that people are used to seeing.”
— Andy Shay, Head Coach (wtnh.com)
What’s next
The Bulldogs will take on Army at noon on Saturday, February 15 to open the 2026 season.
The takeaway
After a down year in 2025, the Yale men's lacrosse team is eager to return to its winning ways and regain its status as one of the top programs in college lacrosse. A strong start to the 2026 season against Army could set the tone for the Bulldogs' bounce-back campaign.
