University of Ottawa to Host the 2026 Baggataway Cup
OTTAWA, ON — The Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association (CUFLA) is pleased to announce that the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees have been selected to host the 2026 Baggataway Cup Championship.
The tournament will be held November 12–14, 2026 at Gee-Gees Field on the University of Ottawa campus. For the first time in recent years, the tournament will follow a Thursday-to-Saturday format, featuring quarterfinals on Thursday, semifinals on Friday, and the Baggataway Cup Final on Saturday afternoon.
Located in the heart of Canada's capital, the University of Ottawa will provide student-athletes, fans, and alumni with an outstanding championship experience. Ottawa's vibrant downtown, rich history, and renowned attractions offer visitors plenty to enjoy beyond the field, while Gee-Gees Field provides a first-class venue complete with modern amenities, permanent seating, broadcast capabilities, and recently upgraded facilities.
"We're excited to bring the Baggataway Cup to Ottawa in 2026," said CUFLA Commissioner Scott Fox. "The championship continues to grow each year, and after an outstanding event in Brampton in 2025, we're looking forward to building on that momentum in Canada's capital. Ottawa offers a tremendous backdrop for our student-athletes and fans, and the University of Ottawa has the facilities, experience, and organizational strength to deliver another exceptional championship."
The University of Ottawa has extensive experience hosting national and conference championships and has developed a reputation for delivering high-quality sporting events. Its bid emphasized a commitment to providing a first-class championship while showcasing Ottawa's passionate lacrosse community and bilingual culture.
"We're honoured that CUFLA has entrusted the University of Ottawa with hosting the 2026 Baggataway Cup," said Bianca Lapensée, Associate Supervisor, Athletic Event
Management. "Our team is committed to creating an outstanding championship experience for every student-athlete, coach, official, and fan. We look forward to welcoming the Canadian university lacrosse community to Ottawa and showcasing everything our campus, our city, and our Gee-Gees program have to offer."
Ticket information, championship branding, volunteer opportunities, and additional event details will be announced in the coming weeks.
For the latest information on the 2026 Baggataway Cup, visit CUFLA.ca and follow @CUFLALacrosse on social media, along with the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees athletics channels.
About the Baggataway Cup
The Baggataway Cup is the national championship of the Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association, bringing together the country's top university field lacrosse programs to compete for Canada's university championship each November.
Media Contacts:
CUFLA: Scott Fox - Commissioner - scott.fox@cufla.ca
University of Ottawa - Bianca Lapensée, Associate Supervisor, Athletic Event Management - blapense@uottawa.ca
CUFLA.ca / GeeGees.ca