Kean Field Hockey Enters 2026 Season with Strong Preseason Ranking
A recent New Jersey Athletic Conference poll highlights Kean’s sixth‑place finish, setting the tone for a competitive campaign ahead of their season‑opening matchup.
Aug 27, 2026
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TCNJ Field Hockey Eyes NJAC Crown as Preseason Poll Places Lions Second
The TCNJ Lions sit behind Rowan in the NJAC preseason coaches poll, but a wealth of returning talent and new additions set the stage for a championship push.
Aug 27, 2026
Wild’s Playoff Promise Falls Short as Fan Frustration Lingers
The Minnesota Wild's recent playoff advancement masks deeper issues that continue to alienate supporters.
Aug 27, 2026
App State Field Hockey Opens 2026 Season with Home Wins Over Towson and Georgetown
The Appalachian State Mountaineers opened their 2026 field hockey campaign in Boone, N.C., defeating Towson and Georgetown while introducing key newcomers and looking to extend their historic rise in the national rankings.
Aug 27, 2026
Flyers Announce 19 National TV Games for 2026‑27 Season
Philadelphia will appear in 19 nationally televised contests, the third‑most in the league, including a season‑opening showdown with Pittsburgh on TNT and a mix of home and road games throughout the fall and spring.
Aug 27, 2026
Mia Schoenbeck’s Final Chapter with Team USA at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup
Mia Schoenbeck’s final performances with Team USA highlighted a tournament defined by penalty corner precision and a tenth‑place finish, before she returned to her alma mater.
Aug 27, 2026
Hockey Puck Tooth Extraction: A Father’s Creative Solution
When a loose tooth threatened young Bobby, his dad turned a hockey puck into a makeshift tool, turning a routine moment into a memorable family ritual.
Aug 27, 2026
U.S. Women’s Hockey Team Falls Short at 2026 World Cup
The U.S. Women’s National Hockey Team finished 10th at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup after a 3-1 loss to England, highlighting a blend of experience, private funding challenges, and key performances from players like Jenny Rizzo and Emma DeBerdine.
Aug 27, 2026
Bruins’ Broadcast Boost and the Race for a New Arena
The Boston Bruins and Pittsburgh Penguins lead the national TV schedule this season, Atlanta's second arena proposal advances, and key player storylines unfold across the league.
Aug 27, 2026
Cale Makar’s Contract Extension Sets New Salary Benchmark for NHL Defensemen
The Colorado Avalanche are finalizing an extension for Cale Makar, a deal that will exceed $20 million annually and reverberate throughout the NHL.
Aug 27, 2026
Maggie Malecha Receives 2026 College Hockey Inc. Scholarship
Maggie Malecha, a former University of St. Thomas goaltender, was awarded the 2026 College Hockey Inc. Scholarship for her extensive work in youth hockey, including founding a summer camp and coaching at Northfield High School, and plans to pursue a master’s degree in education while beginning a teaching career.
Aug 27, 2026
Brynna Hill Named to 2026 NFHCA Division I Watchlist
The honor places Hill among the top prospects for All‑Region and All‑American accolades, highlighting her 27 career points and leading role for the Dukes.
Aug 27, 2026
TCNJ Field Hockey Stars Earn NFHCA Division III Watchlist Honors
The College of New Jersey celebrates a historic selection of four athletes to the NFHCA Division III Watchlist, highlighting individual brilliance and team excellence.
Aug 27, 2026
Penguins Pin Hopes on Young Net Minders
The Pittsburgh Penguins are betting on two inexperienced goaltenders to replace their aging core, a high‑risk strategy that could reshape the franchise’s fortunes.
Aug 27, 2026
Vermont High School Field Hockey Star Trista Favreau-Ward Crowned Preseason Player of the Year
Trista Favreau-Ward, a junior goalie from Missisquoi, was named the All-USA Vermont high school field hockey preseason player of the year after receiving half of the 60,559 votes cast in an online ballot that ran from August 20 to August 26.
Aug 27, 2026
NHL Broadcast Deal Extends Through 2028, ABC Leads Key Games
The NHL announced a new distribution agreement that will see ABC, ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu share coverage of the 2026-27 season and beyond, highlighting key games and a continued partnership with ESPN.
Aug 27, 2026
Sarah Althouse Earns NFHCA 2026 Division I Watchlist Honor
Senior keeper Sarah Althouse is recognized among 212 top Division I field hockey players, highlighting her career achievements and the Bison’s upcoming schedule.
Aug 27, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats’ 2026 Field Hockey Squad Named to Prestigious Watchlists
The Wildcats' 2026 season opens with community‑focused matches against VCU and Lafayette, highlighted by five players who made the Big Ten and NFHCA watchlists.
Aug 27, 2026
Scott Docherty Joins Toledo Walleye for 2026‑27 Season
The Toledo Walleye have announced the signing of forward Scott Docherty, who arrives after stints with the South Carolina Stingrays, Columbus River Dragons and Hazelton Wolverines, adding depth and physicality to the 2026‑27 lineup.
Aug 27, 2026
John Spetz Re-signs with Cincinnati Cyclones for 2026-27 Season
The Cincinnati Cyclones have secured 26-year-old defenseman John Spetz on a new deal for the 2026-27 season, adding a University of Connecticut-trained blue-liner who previously shone with the Chicago Steel and earned his first professional goal in November 2025.
Aug 27, 2026
Jack Babbage Commits to Jacksonville Icemen for 2026‑27 Season
The Icemen secure a 25‑year‑old blue‑liner who brings college experience, USHL championship pedigree, and a brief stint with the club this past season.
Aug 27, 2026
Maggie Malecha Wins 2026 College Hockey Inc. Scholarship
Maggie Malecha, a former University of St. Thomas hockey player, received the 2026 College Hockey Inc. Scholarship for her work founding a youth camp and coaching high school goalies.
Aug 27, 2026
James Doyle’s Lighthouse Jersey Design Triumphs in New York Islanders Fan Vote
James Doyle’s navy lighthouse concept captured the hearts of over 37,000 voters, securing the Islanders’ 2027‑28 third jersey. The win intertwines personal legacy, regional symbolism, and a bold new direction for the franchise.
Aug 27, 2026
Canucks’ Defensive Puzzle Takes Shape for 2026‑27
The Vancouver Canucks are mapping out a defensive strategy that hinges on the growth of Zeev Buium, the efficient use of Filip Hronek, and the trade potential of Jamie Oleksiak and Luke Schenn, while Thatcher Demko's injury history adds urgency to the roster planning.
Aug 27, 2026