Wisconsin Badgers host Boston University for season opener on banner night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team plays the Boston University Terriers at LaBahn Arena on Thursday, October 1, at 7 p.m. This match marks Wisconsin's banner night following a season-opening sweep at St. Lawrence. The Badgers are 6-0 all-time against the Terriers, with the last matchup in 2017. Boston University aims to bounce back after a canceled exhibition and faces a challenging environment as Wisconsin raises its ninth championship banner. Junior goaltender Ava McNaughton, who missed part of the previous game due to a lower-body tweak, is expected to be available.
- •Wisconsin Badgers are 2-0 after sweeping St. Lawrence.
- •Boston University enters the match following a canceled game against Long Island University.
- •Ava McNaughton’s status is crucial for Wisconsin's goaltending plans.
- •Game two is scheduled for Friday, October 2, at 5 p.m.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Boston University set to visit Badgers for banner night
"Wisconsin has its banner night at home on Thursday.
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