Two Lindenwood lacrosse student-athletes are set to represent their countries at the 2026 World Lacrosse Women's Championship in Tokyo, Japan. Alissa DiGiacinto will compete with Canada and Katerina Nájemníková will play for Czechia.

"We are thrilled to have two Lindenwood Lions competing at the World Games in Tokyo," said Head Coach Jack Cribbin. "Alissa and Katerina are exceptional student-athletes who have earned the incredible honor of representing their countries on the biggest stage in women's lacrosse. Their dedication, hard work, and passion for the game have led them to this remarkable opportunity, and we couldn't be more proud. The entire Lindenwood Lacrosse family will be cheering them on every step of the way. And we'll be glued to our TVs as they compete against the best in the world!"

DiGiacinto started all 19 games in 2025 and ranked second on the team in goals (37), assists (18), and points (55). The Brooklin, Ontario native led the team with 123 draw controls and averaged 6.5 per game, third most in the ASUN. She also ranked 10th in the conference in goals per game at 2.06 and ranked fourth in the conference in shots per game. In the classroom, she was a member of the ASUN All-Academic Team.

Nájemníková is an incoming goalie and already has national team experience. She was a 2025 Women's European Sixes Silver Medalist, 2024 ELF Women's European Championship All-Star Goalie, 2023 Women's U21 European Championship Silver Medalist, All-Star Team Goalie and Championship MVP, as well as 2018 U20 Championship Goalie of the Tournament.

The 2026 World Lacrosse Women's Championship will be held in Tokyo, Japan, is the 12th global championship for women's international field lacrosse. Sixteen national teams are competing across 44 games in the tournament to determine the world champion.

Key Event Details

• Dates: July 24 to August 2
• Host City: Tokyo, Japan
• Defending Champion: United States
• Official Event Name: Nissin Foods 2026 World Lacrosse Women's Championship

Tournament Venues
Games are taking place at two premier stadiums in Tokyo:

• Oi Stadium: Hosts pool play and early playoff matchups.
• Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium: Hosts the semifinal games and the medal rounds.

Competing Teams & Pools
The 16 teams were divided into four groups for pool play:

• Pool A: United States, Haudenosaunee, Ireland, Chinese Taipei
• Pool B: Australia, Canada, Germany, Wales
• Pool C: England, Argentina, Puerto Rico, Scotland
• Pool D: Japan, Czechia, Israel, Philippines