SOUTHFIELD, Mich. - Lawrence Tech Blue Devils Men's Lacrosse program enters the 2026 season with unfinished business. After a 9-5 overall record and a 4-3 mark in WHAC Conference play last season they were ranked No. 5 in the preseason poll. The Blue Devils saw their postseason run end in the WHAC tournament quarterfinals Lawrence Tech returns to the field aiming to convert last season's progress into a deeper conference tournament push.
Under Head Coach Shane, the Blue Devils have established themselves as a disciplined, system-driven group that leans on structure, depth and consistency rather than relying on a single star. Last year's winning record and conference performance solidified the program as a steady presence in the WHAC, but the quarterfinal exit underscored the gap between being competitive and being a championship contender. This season's outlook centers on closing that gap by tightening late-game execution and sustaining production at both ends of the field.
Lawrence Tech's identity remains rooted in balanced lacrosse: a defense-first mentality supported by organized clear attempts and deliberate offensive sets. The Blue Devils' returning core will be expected to drive that identity forward, providing stability in key situations and setting the tone for younger players. With continuity in the system and familiarity with Coach Shane's expectations, the group enters the new campaign with a strong understanding of how it needs to play to compete with the WHAC's top tier.
The schedule offers an early chance to demonstrate when Lawrence Tech opens both its season and home slate against Tiffin University (Ohio) on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, at Blue Devils Stadium in Southfield, Michigan. The match up will give the Blue Devils a chance to showcase their offseason improvements in front of a home crowd and test their systems against non-conference opposition. A strong performance in the opener could set the tone for the weeks that follow and help validate their preseason conference ranking.
As WHAC play approaches, the Blue Devils will look to turn last season's experience into tangible advancement in the standings and the postseason bracket. The preseason No. 5 ranking reflects league-wide respect and recognition of the program's trajectory, but also serves as a reminder that there is room to climb. If Lawrence Tech can blend its established defensive identity with more consistent offensive output, Coach Shane's squad has an opportunity to move beyond the quarterfinal stage and solidify itself among the conference's contenders.
