Semi Finals - 2026

February 26, 2026

SWOLL Semi-Finals Recap:

What a night of playoff lacrosse! The semi-finals brought the intensity, the grit, and the drama we've come to expect from the SWOLL postseason. The top seeds took care of business, but neither team had an easy path to Championship Saturday.

Here is how the road to the Snell Cup unfolded.

Game 1: (1) Wolves 13 vs. (4) Polars 9

The Wolves proved exactly why they are the undisputed number one seed. Earning first place in the regular season comes with perks, and the Wolves capitalized immediately. They moved the ball with precision and scored quickly on both of their earned power plays to set the tone early.

The Polars, however, refused to go quietly. Carter Teneycke (4 Goals, 1 Assist) did absolutely everything in his power to keep his squad in it, but the Wolves' defense was draped all over him from the opening faceoff. Polars Captain Nathan Joyes played with incredible heart, trying to will his team to a comeback victory, but the Wolves were simply too deep, too fast, and too dominant all over the floor.

The Wolves' offense functioned like a well-oiled machine, paced by Kyle Rushton's 5 points and 4-goal performances from both Jack Fitzpatrick and Richard Haan.

Game 2: (2) Muskies 9 vs. (3) Bucks 7

If Game 1 was a showcase of offensive depth, Game 2 was an absolute war of attrition. This matchup was a gritty, back-and-forth battle the entire way, defined by heavily physical, choppy play and a steady parade to the penalty box.

Neither team could build a comfortable lead in this tight-checking affair. Sean Campbell was a massive bright spot for the Bucks, netting 4 goals and consistently finding open space. But in the end, the Muskies' star power shone brightest when the game was on the line. Dylan Gillespie (4 Goals, 1 Assist) and Shane Halliwell (2 Goals, 2 Assists) found the seams late in the third period, allowing the Muskies to pull ahead just in the nick of time to secure the hard-fought victory.

🏆 Championship Saturday is Set! (February 28th)

The stage is officially set for the final day of the SWOLL season.

1:00 PM | The Mega Bowl (Battle for 3rd): Polars vs. Bucks
2:30 PM | The Snell Cup (League Championship): Wolves vs. Muskies