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SMU Officially Adds NCAA Men's Lacrosse, Starting in Spring 2028

SMU adds NCAA men's lacrosse, Texas' first Division I team

By · Published October 15, 2026  17:27 UTC · Updated October 15, 2026  17:27 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: SMU adds NCAA men's lacrosse, Texas' first Division I team
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The program's addition marks a significant shift for the university. SMU's decision to add men's lacrosse follows a long history of the sport's popularity in the state. SMU's move to add men's lacrosse was likely influenced by the sport's growing popularity in Texas.

The state has a strong lacrosse following, with many high schools and youth programs. SMU's decision to add the program suggests that the university is attempting to capitalize on this trend. Reporting on the program's specifics is relatively thin.

SMU Athletics has announced the addition of the program, but details on the team's roster, coaching staff, and facilities have not been disclosed. The university's decision to add men's lacrosse is a significant development for the sport in Texas.

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When will SMU's men's lacrosse program start?

Spring 2028

Is SMU the first Division I university in Texas to add men's lacrosse?

Yes

What is the current state of reporting on SMU's men's lacrosse program?

Reporting is relatively thin, with limited information available on the program's specifics

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