UMass Women’s Swim and Dive Announces 2025-26 Season Schedule

The University of Massachusetts women’s swimming and diving team just dropped its 2025-26 schedule, and honestly, it looks like a season packed with tough meets and plenty of travel. The Minutewomen will open against Boston College and wrap things up at the Mid-American Conference Championships. Here’s a closer look at what’s ahead for fans and swimmers alike.

Season Kickoff: Boston College and Justin Jennings Invitational

The Minutewomen start off on Saturday, October 4, at Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Diving begins at 12 p.m., and swimming gets going at 3 p.m..

This opener should give the team a solid sense of where they stand early in the season. Facing Boston College right out of the gate isn’t exactly easing into things.

Next up, they’ll head to Colgate University for the Justin Jennings Invitational from Friday, October 10 to Saturday, October 11. That meet always draws a wide range of talent and gives the Minutewomen a chance to test their stamina and tactics against tough competition.

Exhibition Meet at Yale

On Saturday, October 25, the team travels to Yale for an exhibition meet. Diving kicks off at 11 a.m..

This one doesn’t count in the standings, but it’s a great chance for everyone to try out new techniques and tweak their approach without the pressure of points.

Home Meets and Key Competitions

The Minutewomen host their first home meet against Boston University on Saturday, November 8, at the Joseph R. Rogers Jr. pool. Events start at 1 p.m..

It’s always a boost to compete in front of a home crowd. There’s just something about the energy in your own pool.

Then, they’ll join the Terrier Invitational at Boston University from Friday, November 21 to Sunday, November 23. It’s a three-day marathon of races in Boston, and it tends to push everyone to their limits.

Tri-Meet in Philadelphia

The Minutewomen head to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, for a tri-meet with La Salle and Rhode Island on Saturday, November 29. That meet starts at 11 a.m..

Tri-meets are tough—lots of quick turnarounds and different matchups. It’ll keep the coaches on their toes.

Post-Holiday Schedule and Final Home Meet

After the holidays, the team returns with a home meet versus Bryant on Tuesday, January 6. Diving starts at 11 a.m., swimming at 1 p.m..

It’s a good way to shake off the winter break and get back into racing mode.

They’ll face UConn in a dual meet on Saturday, January 10, in Storrs, Connecticut, with events starting at 1 p.m.. UConn always brings a strong squad, so this one could be a real nail-biter.

Tate Ramsden Invitational

The Minutewomen then travel to Dartmouth College for the Tate Ramsden Invitational from Friday, January 16, to Saturday, January 17. Friday’s session starts at 5 p.m., while Saturday’s events begin at 10 a.m. and finals at 3 p.m..

This invitational is a mid-season gut check, plain and simple. It’s where the team can see how much they’ve improved.

Final Regular Season Meets

UMass hosts Fairfield at the Joseph R. Rogers Jr. pool on Saturday, January 24. It’s their last home meet of the year.

It’s a big moment for the seniors, and you can bet emotions will run high as they swim in front of friends and family.

The Minutewomen then travel to the Bronx to compete against Fordham on Saturday, January 31. This meet is a final tune-up before the championship season.