Ohio State Announces 2026 Women's Lacrosse Schedule

Buckeyes look to build on last season's success with challenging slate of games.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 2:18am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a women's lacrosse game, with the players and ball broken down into abstract shapes and planes of color.Ohio State's women's lacrosse team faces a challenging 2026 schedule, testing their skills against some of the nation's top programs.Columbus Today

The Ohio State women's lacrosse team has released its full 2026 schedule, featuring matchups against several top programs including North Carolina, Northwestern, and Penn State. The Buckeyes are coming off a strong 2025 campaign and will look to continue their upward trajectory this season.

Why it matters

Women's lacrosse is a rapidly growing sport, and Ohio State's program has emerged as a consistent contender in the Big Ten and nationally. The 2026 schedule will test the Buckeyes against some of the best teams in the country, providing an opportunity for the program to showcase its talent and compete for postseason positioning.

The details

Ohio State's 2026 women's lacrosse schedule features a mix of conference and non-conference opponents. The Buckeyes will open the season at home against Pittsburgh before traveling to face Louisville and Cincinnati. They'll then take on powerhouses like North Carolina, Northwestern, and Penn State throughout the year. Key home games include matchups against Detroit Mercy, Robert Morris, Vanderbilt, and Oregon.

  • The Buckeyes will open their 2026 season on February 7 against Pittsburgh.
  • Ohio State's regular season will conclude on April 18 with a home game against Maryland.

The players

Ohio State Women's Lacrosse Team

The Ohio State women's lacrosse team is a Division I program that competes in the Big Ten Conference. The Buckeyes have emerged as a consistent contender in the conference and nationally in recent years.

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What’s next

The Buckeyes will look to build on their strong 2025 campaign and make a push for the Big Ten title and a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Fans will be eager to see how the team performs against its challenging 2026 schedule.

The takeaway

Ohio State's 2026 women's lacrosse schedule is a testament to the program's growth and ambition. The Buckeyes will have the opportunity to test themselves against some of the best teams in the country, which should prepare them well for the postseason and help them continue to establish themselves as a national power in the sport.