Barry University (D2 FL) Adds Men's and Women's Lacrosse

MIAMI SHORES, Fla. – The Buccaneers are at it again as Barry University adds men's and women's lacrosse to its ever-expanding menu of varsity sports, President Dr. Mike Allen and Associate Vice President/ Director of Athletics and Recreation Dr. Scott Smith announced today. The additions bring the total number of varsity programs in The Shores to 23, with 10 new programs since 2023-24. Both programs will compete in the Sunshine State Conference, "The Conference of National Championships", beginning in the spring of 2027.

"At Barry, we are committed to creating opportunities for student-athletes to grow on the field and in the classroom. The addition of men's and women's lacrosse to our expanding roster reflects our dedication to fostering excellence through athletics and providing students with the resources they need to become dynamic leaders in their communities," said Dr. Mike Allen, Barry University President Barry becomes the tenth SSC institution to sponsor men's lacrosse and the ninth for women's. As of the spring of 2025, there are currently 79 men's and 110 women's NCAA Division II lacrosse programs. The Bucs join Tampa, Rollins, Florida Southern, Florida Tech, Lynn, Saint Leo, Palm Beach Atlantic, and Embry-Riddle in the men's conference, while Nova Southeastern will also begin play on the women's side in 2027.

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St. Thomas University (NAIA FL) Adds Men's Lacrosse

Miami Gardens, Fla. – The St. Thomas University Athletic Department revealed the next sport sponsored

by the Bobcats will be Men's Lacrosse, marking the 33rd varsity sport on campus. Set to lead the Bobcats into their inaugural season in the spring of 2027 and beyond is Matt Blamey, who comes to Miami Gardens with over two decades of coaching experience and a proven track record of launching and elevating programs. The addition of the sport marks the 16th under President David A. Armstrong, J.D. Other sports added under Armstrong include Beach Volleyball Men's and Women's Bowling, Flag Football, Football, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Men's and Women's Rugby, Men's and Women's Swimming, Men's and Women's Indoor Track and Field, Men's Volleyball and Men's Wrestling.

"Because of our investment in Women's Lacrosse, it made great sense to start Men's Lacrosse as it is a growing sport in the NAIA and within the Sun Conference," President Armstrong said. "The key was finding the right coach to build a program that fit STU's winning culture. In Coach Blamey, we believe we have found our champion."

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Posted in: Florida,NAIA