Over the past week, from August 9 to August 16, 2026, several notable events have occurred in the world of lacrosse:
Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) Regular Season:
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August 9, 2026: The California Redwoods secured a narrow victory over the Philadelphia Waterdogs with a 13–12 win in Denver, Colorado. (en.wikipedia.org)
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August 16, 2026: The Redwoods faced a close defeat against the Utah Archers, losing 12–13 in Herriman, Utah. (en.wikipedia.org)
National Lacrosse League (NLL):
The Buffalo Bandits, the defending NLL champions, are in the midst of their 34th season. As of the latest available data, they hold an 11–7 record, with a home record of 6–3 and a road record of 5–4. Dhane Smith leads the team with 39 goals and 79 assists, totaling 118 points. Matt Vinc has been instrumental in goal, recording 11 wins with a goals-against average of 9.85. (en.wikipedia.org)
International Lacrosse:
The 2026 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship took place from July 24 to August 2, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. This tournament featured 16 national teams competing for the title. The United States, Canada, England, and Japan were seeded as the top four teams based on their performances in previous championships. (en.wikipedia.org)
These events highlight the dynamic and competitive nature of lacrosse across various levels and regions.
