WHITTIER, Calif. (Jan. 29, 2026) – The Whittier College Athletic Department has announced the suspension of its women's lacrosse program for the 2026 season.
The decision impacts competition for the upcoming year. The long-term future of the program is currently under evaluation. The College is committed to supporting the affected student-athletes throughout the transition.
"First and foremost, the safety and welfare of our student-athletes must be prioritized," Whittier College Director of Athletics
Rock Carter said. "Given the current low participation numbers and limited experience on the roster, we are unable to provide a safe and competitive intercollegiate experience at this time. We are actively re-evaluating the needs and goals of the program and remain committed to delivering a positive student-athlete experience as we do for all of our teams."
Additional updates regarding the status of the women's lacrosse program will be communicated as they become available. Whittier College is a member of the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (The SCIAC) and sponsors 18 intercollegiate teams.
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