The 2026 AUSL regular season runs from June 9 through July 20, followed by postseason play July 24-27. All six teams are in action on Opening Day, June 9.
Opening Day — June 9, 2026
| Game | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portland Cascade | Carolina Blaze | 5:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium, Durham, NC |
| 2 | Texas Volts | Oklahoma City Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field, Oklahoma City, OK |
| 3 | Chicago Bandits | Utah Talons | 7:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium, Salt Lake City, UT |
Week 1 — June 9-11
| # | Date | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | June 9 | Portland Cascade | Carolina Blaze | 5:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 2 | June 10 | Portland Cascade | Carolina Blaze | 8:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 3 | June 11 | Portland Cascade | Carolina Blaze | 5:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 4 | June 9 | Texas Volts | OKC Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 5 | June 10 | Texas Volts | OKC Spark | 5:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 6 | June 11 | Texas Volts | OKC Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 7 | June 9 | Chicago Bandits | Utah Talons | 7:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium |
| 8 | June 10 | Chicago Bandits | Utah Talons | 8:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium |
| 9 | June 11 | Chicago Bandits | Utah Talons | 7:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium |
Week 2 — June 13-16
| # | Date | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | June 13 | Texas Volts | Carolina Blaze | 12:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 11 | June 13 | OKC Spark | Chicago Bandits | 1:00 PM CT | Parkway Bank Sports Complex |
| 12 | June 14 | OKC Spark | Chicago Bandits | 11:00 AM CT | Parkway Bank Sports Complex |
| 13 | June 16 | OKC Spark | Chicago Bandits | 6:00 PM CT | Parkway Bank Sports Complex |
Week 3 — June 18-23
| # | Date | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | June 18 | Utah Talons | Texas Volts | 6:00 PM CT | Dell Diamond |
| 15 | June 18 | OKC Spark | Portland Cascade | 8:00 PM PT | Hillsboro Ballpark |
| 16 | June 19 | OKC Spark | Portland Cascade | 8:00 PM PT | Hillsboro Ballpark |
| 17 | June 21 | OKC Spark | Portland Cascade | 12:00 PM PT | Hillsboro Ballpark |
| 18 | June 22 | OKC Spark | Utah Talons | 7:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium |
| 19 | June 23 | OKC Spark | Utah Talons | 8:00 PM MT | Dumke Family Stadium |
Week 4 — June 27-July 1
| # | Date | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | June 27 | Chicago Bandits | OKC Spark | 4:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 21 | June 27 | Portland Cascade | Texas Volts | TBD | Dell Diamond |
| 22 | June 28 | Chicago Bandits | OKC Spark | 7:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 23 | June 29 | Carolina Blaze | OKC Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 24 | July 1 | Carolina Blaze | OKC Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
Week 5-6 — July 4-20
| # | Date | Away | Home | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | July 4 | Portland Cascade | OKC Spark | 6:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 26 | July 5 | Portland Cascade | OKC Spark | 12:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 27 | July 9 | Utah Talons | OKC Spark | 7:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 28 | July 11 | Utah Talons | OKC Spark | 1:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 29 | July 11 | Carolina Blaze | Texas Volts | TBD | Dell Diamond |
| 30 | July 12 | Utah Talons | OKC Spark | 7:00 PM CT | Tom Heath Field |
| 31 | July 15 | OKC Spark | Texas Volts | 7:00 PM CT | Dell Diamond |
| 32 | July 18 | OKC Spark | Carolina Blaze | 5:00 PM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 33 | July 19 | OKC Spark | Carolina Blaze | 11:00 AM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
| 34 | July 20 | OKC Spark | Carolina Blaze | 11:00 AM ET | Smith Family Stadium |
Postseason — July 24-27
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| July 24 | Play-In Game | TBD vs. TBD — Time/Venue TBA |
| July 25 | Championship Game 1 | TBD vs. TBD — Time/Venue TBA |
| July 26 | Championship Game 2 | TBD vs. TBD — Time/Venue TBA |
| July 27 | Championship Game 3 (if needed) | TBD vs. TBD — Time/Venue TBA |
AUSL All-Star Cup — August 2026
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug. 5 | Wednesday | 6:00 PM CT | Greenville, NC |
| Aug. 8 | Saturday | 6:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 9 | Sunday | 7:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 10 | Monday | 6:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 14 | Friday | 7:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 15 | Saturday | 6:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 16 | Sunday | 7:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
| Aug. 21 | Friday | 6:00 PM CT | Rosemont, IL |
Note: This schedule includes 34 of approximately 75 regular season games. Additional games will be added as they are confirmed by the AUSL. Times listed are local to the venue. All dates and times are subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the 2026 AUSL season start?
The 2026 AUSL regular season begins on June 9, 2026, with all six teams in action on Opening Day.
When does the AUSL regular season end?
The regular season runs through July 20, 2026, followed by the Play-In Game on July 24 and Championship Series July 25-27.
Where can I watch AUSL games?
AUSL games air on ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC as part of a multi-year broadcast deal covering 50 exclusive games annually.
What is the AUSL All-Star Cup?
The AUSL All-Star Cup is a separate competition running in August 2026, with games in Greenville, NC and Rosemont, IL.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2026 AUSL Schedule
When does the 2026 AUSL season start?
The 2026 AUSL regular season opens on June 9, 2026, with all six teams in action on Opening Day. The regular season runs through mid-August, followed by a postseason tournament. Check the full schedule above for dates and matchups.
How many games are in the 2026 AUSL season?
The 2026 AUSL regular season features 34 games across all six teams, with each team playing home and away series. The league also hosts a postseason bracket and the annual AUSL All-Star Cup.
Where can I watch AUSL games?
All 50 AUSL games per season air on ESPN platforms, including ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC. Marquee matchups are featured on ABC for maximum national exposure. Regional broadcasts are also available on select networks. Check theausl.com/schedule for the complete broadcast grid.
What is the AUSL All-Star Cup?
The AUSL All-Star Cup is the league’s showcase event held during the season, bringing together top talent from all six teams. It provides a mid-season spotlight for the league’s best players and is broadcast nationally on ESPN. Details for the 2026 All-Star Cup will be announced by the league at theausl.com.