With 10 freshman recruits arriving in College Park next season and only five players graduating, roster space was going to be at a premium for Maryland women’s lacrosse in 2026.
However, head coach Cathy Reese was granted more spots to work with on Tuesday. Five players entered the transfer portal, per a report from Inside Lacrosse.
The majority of those departures hail from Maryland’s 2024 recruiting class. Of the 11 newcomers in 2025, goalie Julia Ward, defender Lydia Ward, midfielder Megan Kenny and attacker Megan MacMurray have opted to part ways with Maryland. Rising junior midfielder Avery Bickell is also leaving College Park.