Brown field hockey head coach Britt Broady has unveiled the program's 2026 schedule, showcasing 16 games with nine held at home. The team aims for a third consecutive Ivy League Tournament appearance after a successful 2025 season, which included a national ranking and the most wins since 2003. This year, the Bears will encounter four teams that participated in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, including UConn and Harvard. The season opens with a home exhibition against the University of British Columbia on August 27, followed by three consecutive home matches. Ivy League play begins against Yale on September 18 as the Bears seek to build on their recent successes.

By the Numbers
  • 16 games in total for the 2026 season.
  • 9 home games scheduled at Goldberger Family Field.
  • 4 opponents faced were 2025 NCAA Tournament qualifiers: Fairfield, Harvard, Princeton, and UConn.
State of Play
  • Brown aims for its third-straight Ivy League Tournament appearance.
  • The team achieved its first national ranking since 1999 in 2025.
  • 2025 marked Brown's most wins in a season since 2003.
What's Next

The Bears will prepare for their home exhibition against UBC on August 27, followed by a series of important early-season home games. Success in these matches could provide momentum heading into Ivy League competition. The team will also be keen to leverage their recent successes as they face higher-caliber opponents.

Bottom Line

As Brown field hockey enters the 2026 season, the program's focus will be on continuing its upward trajectory following last year's achievements. With a promising schedule ahead, the team has the potential to build on recent successes and strengthen its position in the Ivy League.