Four Boston College Lacrosse Players Named to 2026 Tewaaraton Award Watch List

The Rundown on this prestigious honor for the Eagles

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Four Boston College women's lacrosse players - defender Shea Baker, goalie Shea Dolce, defender Lydia Colasante, Jr., and attacker Marissa White - have been named to the prestigious Tewaaraton Award Watch List for 2026. The Tewaaraton Award is given annually to the best men's and women's college lacrosse players in the nation.

Why it matters

Being named to the Tewaaraton Award Watch List is a major honor, as it recognizes the top talent in college lacrosse. For Boston College, having four players selected highlights the strength of their women's lacrosse program and their ability to develop elite-level players.

The details

The Tewaaraton Award Watch List consists of 100 players total, 50 on the women's list and 50 on the men's list. The list will be narrowed down to 25 nominees, then five finalists, before the eventual women's and men's winners are announced on May 28 at the Tewaaraton Ceremony in Washington, D.C. Last year, UNC attacker Chloe Humphrey and Cornell attackman CJ Kirst earned the Tewaaraton Award.

  • The Tewaaraton Award Watch List was announced on February 12, 2026.
  • The Tewaaraton Award winners will be announced on May 28, 2026 at the Tewaaraton Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

The players

Shea Baker

A defender for the Boston College women's lacrosse team.

Shea Dolce

The goalie for the Boston College women's lacrosse team. Dolce was a finalist for the Tewaaraton Award last year.

Lydia Colasante, Jr.

A defender for the Boston College women's lacrosse team.

Marissa White

An attacker for the Boston College women's lacrosse team.

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What they’re saying

“It's an honor to support the Tewaaraton Foundation and shine a spotlight on this year's top men's and women's college lacrosse players. These athletes are setting the standard for success on and off the field, and we're excited to be part of celebrating their performance, discipline, and leadership throughout the season.”

— Ron Kruszewski, Chairman and CEO of Stifel Financial, presenting sponsor of the Tewaaraton Award (Official press release)

What’s next

The Tewaaraton Award Watch List will be narrowed down to 25 nominees in the coming weeks, and then to 5 finalists before the winners are announced on May 28, 2026 in Washington, D.C.

The takeaway

Boston College's women's lacrosse program continues to produce elite-level talent, with four players being recognized among the top college lacrosse players in the nation. This highlights the strength of the Eagles' program and their ability to develop standout student-athletes.