BRIDGEWATER, N.J. - The Long Island University men's lacrosse team was picked second in the NEC preseason coaches' poll, the conference announced on Wednesday. The Sharks received two first-place votes.

In 2026, head coach Jordan Levine enters his fourth season leading the Sharks. Last season LIU compiled a 9-5 overall record, including a 5-1 mark at home. The Sharks earned the No. 3 seed in the NEC reaching the semifinals of the conference tournament.

This season, LIU returns seven all-conference selections to its roster: Aidan Zuhoski (first team), Cameron Connolly (second team), Tyler Davide (second team), Ryan Fountain (second team), Ben McIsaac (second team), Charlie Hunnewell (all-rookie), and Tyler Gresh (all-rookie).

The Sharks open the season on Feb. 7 at Shark Stadium versus Mount Saint Mary's University. Opening faceoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.

 
NEC Preseason Coaches' Poll
1. Robert Morris (6)
2. LIU (2)
3. Le Moyne
4. Detroit Mercy
5. VMI
6. Cleveland State
7. Mercyhurst
8. Wagner