NASHUA, N.H. – The reigning Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) men's lacrosse champions have been projected to repeat after the 2026 preseason coaches' poll. The Raiders are set to open play on Sunday, Feb. 22, at Joanne Merrill Field. The first whistle is at 12:00 p.m.

LAST SEASON

• The Raiders capped their historic season as GNAC Champions, defeating Lasell, 9-7, on home turf to complete a perfect conference run and finish with an overall record of 17-2, dropping just one contest during the regular season.
• The championship run secured the program's first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance. Rivier defeated Maine Maritime in the opening round before falling to No. 8 Bowdoin in the second round.
• Under the guidance of 14th-year head coach James DeLanoy, the Raiders secured their 14th straight playoff appearance.
• Senior midfielder Sean Callinan returns after producing 18 points off nine assists and nine goals. While grabbing 12 ground balls and causing five turnovers.
• Sophomore James DelPrete recorded nine points off nine goals, one being a game winning tally.
• Senior Owen McDuffie won 130-242 faceoffs, recording a .537 faceoff percentage, and picked up 75 groundballs.
• Junior Cole Ronalter caused 15 turnovers and picked up 17 groundballs as a midfielder, while recording three points on two goals and assists.

CAPTAINS

• The 2026 squad will be led by seniors Callinan, McDuffie, and Scott Miller.

NEWCOMERS

• The incoming class is highlighted by 17 first-year student-athletes.

SCHEDULE

• Home opener and season opener will be against Plymouth St. (2/22)
• Conference play starts against Dean at Joanne Merrill Field. (3/7)
• Senior day will be celebrated on Saturday, Apr. 11 versus Saint Joseph (Conn.).
• The regular season is wrapped with a GANC matchup with Elms at home. (4/21)