It's August.
Believe it or not, Division 1 women’s programs in New England will be playing their 2023 season openers as early as next week, and preseason practices and exhibitions are already underway.
Before programs begin their conference schedules in full-force, a plethora of non-conference matches will be held for every team, as they gain important measuring-stick opportunities against sides from other leagues across the country.
Here’s a look at five intriguing women’s Division 1 non-conference games that are worth circling on the calendar.