Live standings, player stats, schedule, and predictions for the WLL's inaugural regular season — 10v10 format (9 field + GK), 4 teams, 8 games, 1 champion.
Updated: 2026-07-06
The Women's Lacrosse League (WLL) is the first professional women's field lacrosse league in the United States. Founded November 13, 2024 by the Premier Lacrosse League (Paul Rabil), the WLL operates as a sister league under the PLL umbrella — sharing broadcast partners, touring venues, and operational infrastructure. The WLL launched with the Lexus WLL Championship Series in Sixes format (February 27 – March 8, 2026) at The St. James in Springfield, VA, where the New York Charging defeated the California Palms 18-11 for the inaugural title. The first regular season began May 16, 2026 in Chapel Hill, NC. The WLL plays two formats: a 10v10 regular season (10 players (including goalkeeper) on a full-size field with 52-second shot clock and 12-minute quarters) and a 6v6 Sixes format for the Championship Series (6 players (including goalkeeper) on a 39×76-yard field with 30-second shot clock and 8-minute quarters). Each team plays 4 regular season games, plus the All-Star Game (July 5, Annapolis) and Championship (August 15, Philadelphia at Subaru Park). 🆕 WLL All-Star Game Recap (July 5, 2026): Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15 in a thriller at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, MD (ESPN2). Marie McCool (New York Charging) named MVP after her game-winning twizzler goal with 45 seconds left — her second twizzler of the game. Izzy Scane (3G/1A), Brigid Duffy (3G), and Caylee Waters (8 saves, 62%) starred for Team Izzy. Sam Apuzzo (3G/1A) and Emma LoPinto (3G/1A) led Team Humphrey; Ashley Humphrey added 2A. Emily Hawryschuk won Fastest Shot and Accuracy Shot. Apuzzo's last-ditch shot at the buzzer went narrowly too high.
| Detail | Traditional | WLL |
|---|---|---|
| Format | 12v12 | WLL: 10v10 (regular season) / 6v6 (Championship Series) |
| Players on Field | 12 total (11 field + GK) | 10v10: 10 total | 6v6: 6 total |
| Roster Size | Varies by level | 10v10: 18 players | 6v6: 12 players |
| Field Size | 120 × 70 yards (NCAA) | 10v10: 100 × 60 yd | 6v6: 76 × 39 yd |
| Shot Clock | None (free movement since 2020) | 10v10: 52 seconds | 6v6: 30 seconds |
| Quarters | 2 × 30-min halves (NCAA) | 10v10: 12-min quarters | 6v6: 8-min quarters |
| Helmets | Optional (eyewear required) | Mandatory in both WLL formats |
| Contact Rules | Stick checking only | Modified contact rules (details TBA from WLL) |
| Offside | Enforced (7 attackers, 6 defenders + GK) | 10v10: Modified | 6v6: No offside |
| Overtime | Sudden victory (no time limit) | 6v6: Sudden-victory periods |
How is the WLL different from traditional women's lacrosse?
The WLL uses two formats: a 10v10 regular season (9 field players + goalkeeper) on a full-size field with a 52-second shot clock and 12-minute quarters, and a 6v6 Sixes format for the Championship Series (5 field players + goalkeeper) on a smaller 39×76-yard field with a 30-second shot clock and 8-minute quarters. Both WLL formats feature mandatory helmets and modified contact rules — a significant departure from traditional women's lacrosse. The regular season offers more space and longer possessions, while Sixes rewards speed and transition play.
Is the WLL related to the PLL?
Yes — the WLL is a sister league to the PLL, founded by the same organization (Paul Rabil and the PLL). They share broadcast partners (ESPN), touring venues, and operational infrastructure. WLL games are often played alongside PLL games on the same weekend.
How many games are in the WLL season?
Each of the 4 WLL teams plays 4 regular season games, plus the All-Star Game (July 5 in Annapolis — Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15, McCool MVP) and the Championship game (August 15 at Subaru Park in Philadelphia).
Updated: July 12, 2026
The inaugural WLL regular season (10v10 format) standings after Week 5 (June 27-28, San Diego). California Palms take over 1st place at 3-1 after a statement Week 5 in San Diego: a second-half surge over Boston Guard on Saturday June 27, then a decisive 16-9 revenge win over the previously-undefeated Charging on Sunday June 28. New York Charging drop to 2-1 after the loss — Madison Doucette had 12 saves (coming off a league-record 17 saves in W4), but the offense was held to just 9 goals against a suffocating Palms defense. Taylor Moreno matched Doucette's elite form with 17 saves of her own for the Palms. Maryland Charm remain at 1-2 with games remaining in W6-7. Boston Guard fall to 0-4 with their fourth straight loss — Charlotte North and the offense need to find a way to break through. 🆕 WLL All-Star Game complete (July 5, 2026): Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15 — Marie McCool (Charging) MVP with game-winning twizzler goal with 45 seconds left. McCool's second twizzler of the game. The WLL resumes in Chicago on July 10-11 with the Charm vs. Charging clash. 🆕 W6 Chicago (July 11) result: Maryland Charm 16, New York Charging 15 in a one-goal thriller at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium. Charm kept their championship chances alive with the upset win — the highest-scoring first quarter in WLL history set the tone, then Charm's defense locked down (allowed only 7 goals over the final three quarters vs 8 in Q1). Maryland now has a 55% chance of advancing to the WLL Championship Game on Aug 15 at Subaru Park. Maryland improves to 2-2; New York falls to 2-2 and is now fighting for its playoff life. The final game of the regular season (W7) in Fairfield, CT (July 17-19) will determine seeding.
| Detail | Traditional | WLL |
|---|---|---|
| 1. California Palms | 3-1 | Beat Guard 17-15 W2 + W3 + W5; Beat Charging 16-9 W5 (took 1st place June 28); W7 vs Guard in Fairfield |
| 2. New York Charging | 2-2 | Beat Guard 17-12 W1; Beat Charm 12-10 W4; Lost to Palms 9-16 W5; LOST 15-16 to Charm W6 (UPSET); W7 TBD |
| 3. Maryland Charm | 2-2 | Beat Palms 18-17 OT W2; Lost to Charging 10-12 W4; WON 16-15 vs Charging W6 (UPSET thriller); W7 TBD |
| 4. Boston Guard | 0-4 | Lost to Charging, Palms x3; W7 vs Palms in Fairfield |
Updated: July 6, 2026
Our 2026 WLL season predictions updated after Week 5 (June 27-28, San Diego) and the All-Star Game (July 5, Annapolis). The California Palms have taken over sole possession of 1st place at 3-1 after a statement Week 5 that included a 16-9 revenge win over the previously-undefeated Charging. The New York Charging dropped to 2-1 with their first loss. The Charm are at 1-2 and the Guard are 0-4 — both teams have two games left to salvage their seasons. All-Star MVP: Marie McCool (Charging) for her game-winning twizzler with 45 seconds left in a 16-15 Team Izzy win over Team Humphrey.
Inaugural WLL Championship Series (Sixes format). NY Charging won the title behind Izzy Scane (6G in final) and Madison Doucette (16 saves). Charlotte North won the Golden Stick with 22 points across the tournament.
First regular season game in WLL history (10v10 format). Charlotte North scored the league's first goal. Izzy Scane led all scorers with 7 points. Madison Doucette recorded 14 saves in net.
First overtime game in WLL history. Cassidy Spilis scored the OT winner. Sam Apuzzo sparked the Charm surge. Emma LoPinto leads the WLL with 11 points (7g, 4a) through 2 games. Both teams showed elite offensive firepower.
Palms rallied from 11-7 halftime deficit with a 10-4 second-half run. Ally Mastroianni (4g, 1a), Emma LoPinto (3g, 2a), and Jill Smith (2g, 3a) each had 5 points. Ellie Masera added a hat trick, Taylor Moreno made 13 saves. Charlotte North (4g, 2a) suffered a non-contact lower body injury late. Maddie Epke dominated draws (23/29 DC, 16 GB). Shea Dolce made 11 saves for Guard. Palms scored 3 power play goals.
Palms improve to 2-1 with their second straight win over Boston. Charlotte North returned from injury with 6 points (4G, 2A) — biggest individual performance of her comeback. Ally Mastroianni had 5 points (4G, 1A) for Palms. Taylor Moreno (CAL G) made 13 saves at 46.4% SV%. S. Adelsberger (CAL) won the faceoff battle 5-26 (vs Guard's draw dominance from W2). Palms' 17 goals = 2nd-highest single-game output in WLL history (Charging scored 18 in their opener). Boston falls to 0-3.
Charging stay unbeaten, take sole possession of 1st place. Madison Doucette starred in net for New York with a league-record 17 saves — the most in a single WLL regular season game. New York homecoming crowd at James M. Shuart Stadium on Long Island watched the Charging improve to 2-0 — the only undefeated team left in the WLL. Charm fall to 1-2. Big weekend ahead in San Diego.
Palms' third win over Boston in four weeks. Second-half surge lifted California to a 16-15 win in a see-saw game. Palms improve to 3-1. Sam Geiersbach and Ally Mastroianni continued their scoring excellence. Charlotte North and the Guard offense showed fight but couldn't close. Boston falls to 0-4.
Palms take over 1st place in the WLL. Decisive revenge win over the previously-undefeated Charging — Palms led after every quarter and pulled away in the 4Q. Taylor Moreno posted 17 saves (matching Doucette's league-record). Sam Geiersbach (4G) and Ellie Masera (4Q scoring) led the balanced attack. Madison Doucette had a rough day in net for the Charging — her offense managed just 9 goals. Charging fall to 2-1.
🆕 COMPLETED. Maryland Charm 16, New York Charging 15 in a one-goal thriller that kept Maryland's championship hopes alive. The game opened with the highest-scoring first quarter in WLL history, but Maryland's defense locked down after Q1 — allowing only 7 goals over the final three quarters. Maryland head coach Emily Parros' decision to pick up Caroline Wakefield in a key moment was decisive. Maryland improves to 2-2 with a 55% chance of advancing to the Aug 15 Championship at Subaru Park. Charging fall to 2-2 after their second loss of the season — the regular season is now complete for Charging, and their championship hopes depend on the outcomes of the season's final two games (Palms vs Guard, plus a second Charm matchup TBA). McCool, Humphrey, and Scane starred for New York but it wasn't enough. Charm's balanced attack — Apuzzo, Spilis, Cuocco in net — proved the difference. Source: Yahoo Sports (Cecelia Webb, July 12, 2026).
🆕 COMPLETE — Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15 in a thriller at Annapolis. Marie McCool (New York Charging) named MVP after her game-winning twizzler goal with 45 seconds left — her second twizzler of the game. Izzy Scane (3G/1A) and Brigid Duffy (3G) starred for Team Izzy. Caylee Waters went 8 saves on 13 shots (62%) in the second half. For Team Humphrey, Sam Apuzzo (3G/1A), Emma LoPinto (3G/1A), and Ashley Humphrey (2A) led the way. Emily Hawryschuk won Fastest Shot and Accuracy Shot. Apuzzo's last-ditch shot at the buzzer went narrowly too high. McCool: 'I tried to go underneath, switch to my left and then go back to my right, but the defender kind of stepped up in front. I turned and looked at the cage and saw a little sliver that was open, so I just threw it in.' Format: Team Humphrey vs Team Izzy (36 WLL players total, draft-style). Named after WLL icons Ashley Humphrey (Charging) and Izzy Scane (Palms). The PLL All-Star Game preceded it at 2pm ET on ESPN — West 12, East 9 (Brett Dobson MVP).
Final regular-season games for the remaining matchups. Standings and tiebreakers will determine seeding for the August 15 Championship. W6 result: Charm 16-15 Charging (UPSET). Fairfield July 17-19: Boston Guard vs California Palms (Friday 8:30pm, ESPN+), plus cross-conference matchups TBA. Remaining scenario: With Palms 3-1 + Charm/Charging 2-2 + Guard 0-4, Palms can clinch #1 seed with a W7 win. Charging/Charm play their final game in W7 against the Guard (TBD matchup).
Inaugural regular season championship game. Will crown the first WLL regular season champion at the same venue that hosts the PLL championship.
Updated: July 12, 2026
WLL player leaderboards through Week 5 and the All-Star Game (July 5, 2026). The Palms dominate the points and goals leaders with three of the top 5 scorers (Geiersbach, LoPinto, Mastroianni). The goalie battle is the story of the season: Taylor Moreno (CAL) matched Madison Doucette's (NYA) league-record 17 saves in W5, and the WLL All-Star Game MVP was Marie McCool (NYA). Caylee Waters (NYA) starred in the All-Star Game 2nd half.
Updated: July 6, 2026
Team profiles for all 4 WLL teams. The Palms and Charging are 1-2 in the standings after Week 5. The Charm and Guard are 1-2 and 0-4 respectively and need to win both remaining games. 🆕 WLL All-Star Game (July 5, 2026): Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15 — McCool MVP. Next up: W6-7 final regular season games in Chicago (Charm vs Charging) and Fairfield. Championship: August 15 at Subaru Park, Philadelphia.
The WLL is broadcast on ESPN2 and ESPN+ alongside PLL games. The 2026 Lexus WLL Championship will be at Subaru Park on August 15.
| Detail | Traditional | WLL |
|---|---|---|
| ESPN2 | Featured WLL games | WLL All-Star Game July 5 5:30pm ET on ESPN2 — Team Izzy 16, Team Humphrey 15; McCool MVP. WLL Championship August 15 at Subaru Park on ESPN2. |
| ESPN+ | All WLL regular season games | Subscription required; WLL games stream alongside PLL games |
| YouTube | Highlights + recaps | Free; PLL/WLL official channel |
| Social Media | Real-time updates | X/Instagram/TikTok (@wlacrosseleague) |
Where can I watch WLL games?
All WLL regular season games stream on ESPN+. The WLL All-Star Game (July 5) and select featured games air on ESPN2. The 2026 WLL Championship (August 15 at Subaru Park in Philadelphia) will be on ESPN2. Highlights and recaps are available on the PLL/WLL YouTube channel and social media accounts.
When is the WLL Championship?
August 15, 2026 at Subaru Park in Philadelphia, PA. The championship will crown the first WLL regular season champion at the same venue that hosts the PLL championship. The game is on ESPN2.
Updated: 2026-07-06
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