The University of Wisconsin-Superior and Yellowjacket Athletics have announced the addition of three sports – one varsity sport and two club sports, to its current athletic offerings.

UW-Superior will add one varsity NCAA sport, women’s lacrosse, which will debut in time for the 2026-27 academic year with sights set on competing in the spring 2027 season. Additionally, UW-Superior will add two club sports – men’s ice hockey and men’s soccer, which will begin play in the 2025-26 academic year.

The additions bring the total varsity sports at UW-Superior to 20 (9 men’s, 11 women’s). The club men’s hockey and soccer teams will be the first club sports brought under the umbrella of Yellowjacket Athletics.

“We are thrilled to expand our offerings to provide more, and new, opportunities for student-athletes. Expanding these programs appeals to the interest we receive from prospective students and the growing participation of these sports within our region,” UW-Superior director of athletics Nick Bursik said.

Men’s club hockey is anticipated to compete in the American College Hockey Association (ACHA) and have a competitive schedule against regional peer institutions. Men’s club soccer will compete against other regional club programs during a fall competitive season. In both programs, student-athletes will be supported by head coaches and integrated into the support systems of the athletics department. Searches for the programs’ first head coaches will commence immediately.

As one of the fastest growing collegiate sports at the NCAA Division III level, women’s lacrosse is slated to have its inaugural season in the 2026-27 academic year. The program will compete against regional peers as conference affiliation is explored. A national search to hire the head coach of the women’s lacrosse program is expected to begin this spring.

Students interested in competing for these programs are encouraged to complete the prospect questionnaire below to receive more information.

Women’s Lacrosse Questionnaire
Men’s Club Soccer Questionnaire
Men’s Club Hockey Questionnaire

For more information, contact Yellowjacket Athletics at 715-395-4619.