ORLANDO, Fla. – The Sunshine State Conference has released the 2026 Men's Lacrosse Preseason Coaches Poll, with Lynn University projected to finish fourth among the league's eight teams.

The Fighting Knights collected 29 points in the poll, slotting behind Rollins and Saint Leo, who tied for second with 37 points apiece. Lynn enters the season following a 10–5 overall record and a 5–2 mark in conference play.

Defending SSC champions Tampa claimed the top spot in the preseason rankings with 49 points and seven first-place votes. Rollins and Saint Leo shared second place, while Lynn rounded out the top four. Embry-Riddle followed closely in fifth with 25 points, while Florida Tech placed sixth with 22 points.

Lynn opens the 2026 season at Bobby Campbell Stadium against Flagler on Saturday, February 7, at 6:00pm.

2026 SSC Men's Lacrosse Preseason Coaches Poll: 
1. Tampa – 49 (7) 
T2. Rollins – 37  
T2. Saint Leo – 37 (1) 
4. Lynn – 29 
5. Embry-Riddle – 25 
6. Florida Tech – 22 
7. Florida Southern – 18 
8. Palm Beach Atlantic – 7