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Haudenosaunee, Australia join U.S., Canada at Global Lacrosse Games

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Haudenosaunee, Australia join U.S., Canada at Global Lacrosse Games

Summary

The inaugural Lexus Global Lacrosse Games will feature teams from the United States, Canada, Australia, and the Haudenosaunee Nationals. Scheduled from December 8-13, 2026, at The St. James near Washington, D.C., the event aims to showcase top international talent ahead of the LA28 Olympics. Both men's and women's teams will compete under international Olympic Sixes rules. The inclusion of the Haudenosaunee marks a significant step as discussions continue regarding their Olympic eligibility. The event will be broadcast on ESPN, offering fans their first look at potential Olympians from these nations.

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By the Numbers

•Global Lacrosse Games take place Dec. 8-13, 2026.
•Teams include U.S., Canada, Australia, and Haudenosaunee Nationals.
•Both men's and women's teams will compete.
•The event aims to promote lacrosse's Olympic inclusion.
•Games will be aired on ESPN.

Latest Updates

12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Haudenosaunee, Australia To Compete Against U.S., Canada at Global Lacrosse Games

What they're saying

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(Photo Courtesy World Lacrosse) When the Premier Lacrosse League announced the launch of the Global Lacrosse Games on July 29, the cooperation with the NLL meant it was safe to assume both the U.S. and Canada national teams were set to compete in the Olympic Sixes tournament at The St.
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