Three members from Harvard will represent their teams at the World Lacrosse Women's Championship in Tokyo, Japan, from July 24 to August 2. Devon Wills, the head coach, will be on Team USA as an assistant coach, while player Annabel Child will compete for Team Canada and Ilana Kofman for Team Israel. Both teams are set to face several tough competitors in the group stage before advancing to the knockout rounds. This championship features a revamped 16-team format and showcases the top women's lacrosse talent globally.

By the Numbers
  • Championship held from July 24 to August 2, 2026.
  • First contested in 1982, has since expanded from 6 to 29 teams.
State of Play
  • Group stage games from July 24-28, leading to knockout rounds.
  • Team USA in Group A with Haudenosaunee, Ireland, and Chinese Taipei.
  • Canada in Group B facing Australia, Germany, and Wales.
  • Israel in Group D against Czechia, Japan, and the Philippines.
What's Next

As the tournament progresses, teams will aim for the knockout rounds starting July 29, with aspirations of reaching the semifinals and ultimately competing for the gold and bronze medals on August 2.

Bottom Line

This championship marks a significant opportunity for the athletes to showcase their skills on an international stage while highlighting Harvard's strong presence in women's lacrosse.