Boston Banshees Kick Off Season 2 of Women’s Elite Rugby this May
Banshees Open Second Campaign on May 2; Home Opener on May 16
BOSTON, MA – The Boston Banshees return for the 2026 Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) season, continuing their run in the first professional women’s rugby league in the United States. The Banshees will open their campaign on Saturday, May 2 at 5:00 PM ET at home against the New York Exiles.
Led by Head Coach Kitt Ruiz, the Banshees enter their second WER season representing one of the country’s most historic rugby markets. Returning player Yeja Dunn was WER's top scorer last year, with 12 tries through 10 matches. Kate Boggs joins the Banshees following a successful senior season with Coast Guard Women's Rugby, where she led the team to a national championship and was named National Collegiate Rugby Player of the Year.
Fans are invited to experience Banshees rugby all season long in Quincy. Tickets can be purchased HERE.
The 2026 Boston Banshees roster (featuring 20 returning players) is as follows:
Akweley “Q” Okine, Amanda Schweitzer, Asialeata Meni, Caitlin Weigel, Cassie Depner, Delaney Dill, Desiree Leaupepe, Emily Becker, Emma Santosuosso, Gen Quirion, Jenni Laferriere, Jenny Kronish, Kate Boggs, Keisha Durden, Ki Mahony, Kirsty Venter, Lauren Ferridge, Lauryn Ann Carlton, Megan Rom, Molly McAlevey, Morgan Cunningham, Morgan Walker, Nickky Nguyen, Nicolette Pantor, PK Vincze, Salma Bezzat, Shelby Vance, Yeja Dunn
Upcoming Boston Banshees Games:
Home Games (Veterans Memorial Stadium – Quincy, MA)
May 2, 2026 – Boston Banshees vs. New York Exiles, 5:00 PM EDT
May 16, 2026 – Boston Banshees vs. Denver Onyx, 5:00 PM EDT
June 7, 2026 – Boston Banshees vs Bay Breakers, 6:00PM EDT
July 11, 2026 – Boston Banshees vs. TC Gemini, 3:00 PM EDT
July 18, 2026 – Boston Banshees vs Chicago Tempest, 5:00PM EDT
Away Games
May 10, 2026 – at Chicago Tempest, 5:00 PM CDT
May 30, 2026 – at TC Gemini, 5:00 PM CDT
June 13, 2026 – at Denver Onyx, 5:00 PM MDT
June 21, 2026 – at Bay Breakers, 5:00 PM PDT
July 25, 2026 – at New York Exiles, 5:00 PM EDT
Media Access:
If you are looking to cover games and attend practices throughout the season, please fill out a media credential form HERE. For the latest news and update, follow WER on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About WERWomen’s Elite Rugby (WER) is redefining the future of the sport in the United States as the first professional women’s rugby league. Officially launched in 2024, WER’s inaugural season kicked off in March 2025 with six founding teams across Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York, Northern California, and the Twin Cities, featuring 180 of the world’s top athletes. Built on the competitive legacy of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), WER evolves the game from amateur roots into a professional stage built for longevity, unlocking new opportunities for athletes, partners, and fans. With a focus on elite competition, commercial growth, and cultural relevance, WER is ushering in the next stage of rugby in the United States. For further information visit: https://www.womenseliterugby.us/.