It's that electric time of year again: the Ivy League men's lacrosse tournament is here, and the stakes couldn't be higher. With the NCAA tournament looming, four of the nation's top teams are set to collide for conference supremacy. Think of it as a preview of the national championship picture—because these squads are that good.
This weekend, all eyes are on Ithaca, New York, where Cornell, Princeton, Yale, and Harvard—each ranked inside the top 15 nationally—will battle it out over two days. The top-seeded Cornell Big Red enter as the defending conference and NCAA champions, carrying the weight of a title they're eager to defend. But don't count out Princeton: the Tigers hold the higher national ranking at No. 2, though Cornell handed them one of their two losses this season during a heated regular-season clash in New Jersey.
Are we headed for a heavyweight championship rematch between Cornell and Princeton? Or will Yale or Harvard play spoiler and crash the party? That's the beauty of tournament lacrosse—anything can happen when the whistle blows.
Here's everything you need to know to catch every second of the action, from the bracket to the broadcast details.
How to Watch
The Ivy League men's lacrosse semifinals and championship game will air live on ESPNU. If you're cutting the cord, you can stream every game on fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers. That means you can test the waters before committing—stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels without a cable subscription. (Participating plans only; taxes and fees may apply.)
Schedule and Venue
The tournament kicks off on Friday, May 1, with two semifinal matchups. The winners advance to the championship game on Sunday, May 3. All three games will be played at Cornell's Schoellkopf Field in Ithaca, New York—a venue that's sure to be rocking with the home crowd's energy.
Bracket Breakdown
The Ivy League bracket is determined by regular-season conference standings, with only the top four of seven teams earning a spot. That means every game is a do-or-die battle, and no one is taking anything for granted. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love great lacrosse, this weekend promises edge-of-your-seat action.