Cheer on the Bold all season long
Last season, the Bold varsity teams earned 63 home victories at the Mattamy Athletic Centre (MAC) and Downsview Park. The varsity teams are back and ready to hit the court, ice and field, with plenty of opportunities for the TMU community to cheer them on.
“If we have crowds like this, we won’t lose at home,” said David DeAveiro, Bold men’s basketball head coach.
There’s something to celebrate all season long, from banner raisings and rivalry games to themed events and games supporting important causes.
Scroll down to see the exciting matchups and how you can support The Bold throughout the season.
Entering the 2026 season, the Bold men’s soccer team is one of the best home teams in the nation. (Photo: Aimee Dalla Rosa)
Women’s and men’s soccer
The home season kicks off with the women’s and men’s soccer home openers against the Nipissing Lakers on Sept. 5 at Downsview Park.
For the women’s team, it’s a highly anticipated rematch from last year’s playoffs. TMU went undefeated in its final three home games to secure a spot in the 2025 postseason.
Meanwhile, the men’s team will look to extend its home undefeated streak from the last three seasons.
The teams will host 12 regular-season matches at Downsview Park, including The Bold Family, Friends & Alumni Day game on Sept. 19 against Trent Excalibur and the women’s Think Pink Game against the RMC Paladins on Oct. 3.
Homecoming hockey game: Sept. 17
The Bold men’s hockey team will host its annual homecoming game at the MAC against Queen’s University on Sept. 17. Students can secure an entry wristband from the Student Learning Centre (SLC).
Men’s hockey
The regular-season opener is Oct. 29 against the Lakehead Thunderwolves. One week later on Nov. 6, TMU will host a school-day game with the Toronto Catholic District School Board against cross-city rivals, the University of Toronto Varsity Blues.
On Feb. 4, the Bold will take on the York Lions in a Marquee Matchup for a potential playoff return.
Women’s hockey
The Bold women’s hockey team opens its home schedule with a school-day game against the Varsity Blues at the MAC on Oct. 2, welcoming young fans from the Toronto District School Board.
The Bold concludes the second half of the season with five more home contests, including the Do It For Daron game on Jan. 30 against the Laurier Golden Hawks and a Marquee Matchup against the Carleton Ravens on Feb. 5.
TMU’s women’s hockey team is ready to showcase why the university is a leader in women’s sports. (Photo: Sunny Yeung)
Winter homecoming: Jan. 21
Celebrate the impact of women’s sports at the winter homecoming presented by Bold Women Giving Collective. (external link) The women’s hockey team will face off against the Ontario Tech Ridgebacks on Jan. 21.
Volleyball
Just in time for Halloween, the Bold women’s and men’s volleyball teams will host their third annual, award-winning Block Party game on Oct. 30.
The women’s team will take on Lakehead while the men face off against the Brock Badgers.
On Nov. 14, all six indoor varsity teams will play at the MAC for Super Saturday against Trent University. The teams will return in the new year for an Ontario Volleyball Association (OVA) Day matchup against Nipissing on Jan. 16 and Intramurals Night against Windsor on Feb. 6.
Volleyball will host the award-winning and annual Block Party game. (Photo: Aimee Dalla Rosa)
Women’s basketball
The Bold women’s basketball team finished 14-0 at home last year. Be there on Nov. 6 as the team raises their OUA championship banner before taking on the Windsor Lancers.
One week later, the Bold will welcome the Ottawa Gee-Gees for a Marquee Matchup on Nov. 13.
TMU has five regular-season games in 2027, including Shoot for the Cure against the Guelph Gryphons on Jan. 22, the Metro Hoops Classic Rivalry Series against the Varsity Blues on Jan. 23 and a Marquee Matchup against the Carleton Ravens on Jan. 29.
The Blue & Gold spirit helped propel our teams to championships last year. (Photo: Aimee Dalla Rosa)
Men’s basketball
The Bold men’s basketball team went undefeated in the playoffs on its way to winning an OUA championship. Join them in raising the banner during the home opener against the Lancers on Nov. 6.
On Nov. 13, the team will take on the Ottawa Gee-Gees for a Marquee Matchup.
The Metro Hoops Classic Rivalry Series against the Varsity Blues will take place on Jan. 23, where students can enjoy a live DJ, giveaways and meal discounts.
Go Bold all season
Students can attend home games for free with their OneCard. All others can purchase tickets in advance on the Mattamy Athletic Centre (external link) website.
General admission for adults is $15, $12 for alumni and $10 for youth ages 3-12. Group packages include family four-packs (two adults and two youth) for $10.50 and groups of 10 for $10.
Added student perks include:
- Deal O’Clock: 50 per cent off select food items from concessions an hour before every game at the MAC
- TMU Bold Loyalty Rewards Program: Attend games and earn an exclusive Bold toque from the 2026-27 collection
Stay connected by following @tmubold (external link) on social for details closer to each game. For TMU Student Group Game Day Experiences, contact Lizzie Farsang at elizabeth.farsang@torontomu.ca.
Find the full Varsity and Competitive Clubs schedules on the TMU Bold website (external link) .
