ERIE, PA - It is nearly time for the 2026 women's water polo season to begin. Following a 7-15 campaign a year ago that saw Gannon finish sixth at WWPA Championships, the Golden Knights are ready for a challenging schedule this season. They'll look to improve upon their mark from a year ago, while welcoming back several key returners from last season.

"Every new schedule brings a fresh sense of excitement, because it represents opportunity—opportunity to compete, to grow, and to see this team become the best version of itself", said head coach Zarko Sadikovic. "This season isn't just about the matches we play, but about the work, resilience, and belief we build together every day."

Gannon starts the season like last, competing in the Wildcat Invitational in Villanova, PA. They'll play host Villanova on February 7th at 9:00 am, with games against Princeton, Wagner, and Iona to follow. 

Following the Washington & Jefferson Invitational on February 21st and 22nd, the Golden Knights return to Erie at the end of the month for four games at the Curtis Robinette Invitational.

GU's home slate features four games for WWPA Conference Weekend at the Hallman Aquatics Center. The Golden Knights will host Mercyhurst & Salem on March 14th before playing two more versus McKendree and Penn State Behrend the following day. 

The season concludes with WWPA Championships from April 10th-12th in Fresno, CA.

The full schedule can be found at: https://gannonsports.com/sports/womens-water-polo/schedule.