
Maine Black Bears Edge Past Davidson in Overtime Thriller
The Maine Black Bears defeated Davidson 1‑0 in overtime on September 6, with Taylor Stanford scoring the game‑winner and Annabel Halkes posting her second career shutout.
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The Maine Black Bears defeated Davidson 1‑0 in overtime on September 6, with Taylor Stanford scoring the game‑winner and Annabel Halkes posting her second career shutout.

Six incoming athletes from Maine join Saint Joseph’s College men’s soccer, bringing positional diversity, height, and varied academic interests to a team that reached the GNAC Semifinals last year.

The Skyhawks fell 2‑1 in overtime after a strong start, with key performances from Morton, Mirabile and Williams shaping a tightly fought contest.

The Goatheads have secured a six‑year ECHL veteran, Tyler Drevitch, bringing 297 career games, 90 points and a proven track record of leadership and two‑way play.

The Wichita Thunder announced the addition of veteran forward Wade Murphy, a British Columbia native who brings a decade of North American and European experience, including a Kelly Cup Final run and 400 career games.

The Mariners announced the re‑signing of Linus Hemstrom, a forward who tallied 35 points in 2025‑26 and will return for the 2026‑27 season.

Forward Linus Hemstrom has signed a new deal with the Maine Mariners, bringing a 35‑point season and international experience back to the ECHL affiliate of the Boston Bruins.

Fans from across New England gathered for a seven‑day NASCAR weekend that blended on‑track action with local customs, from lobster trophies to first‑pitch ceremonies.

The University of Maine women's soccer team defeated Mercer 3-1 in their 2026 home opener, showcasing early scoring, a decisive brace, and a strong defensive performance.

Ryan Jenei, a former Oglethorpe University player and seasoned assistant coach, will transition to Tufts University in 2026, adding depth to the coaching roster.

After impressing at Utah’s development camp and the USHL, Ludvig Lafton selects the University of Maine to transition into the faster, more physical world of college hockey.

The Dexter Tigers football team celebrated a historic milestone by practicing under newly installed stadium lights, enabling Friday night home games this fall. Funding from a T-Mobile contest and community donations made the project possible, and the team is set to host the defending-state-champion Minutemen on September 4.

The recent Hall of Fame brunch honored players, coaches and historic teams, underscoring the sport’s deep-rooted relationships in Maine.

The third annual Flagg Brothers ProCamp in Orono, Maine, supports a cancer foundation founded in memory of a high school teammate, while the twins’ growing basketball profiles intersect with the Dallas Mavericks’ new leadership and a recent appearance on Celebrity Family Feud.

The Pine Tree Baseball League, founded in 1925, continues to thrive across Maine, offering former high school and college athletes a chance to play for community, camaraderie, and the pure joy of baseball.

Harvard University announces the addition of John Ronan and Tom Davis to its men's ice hockey coaching staff, promising enhanced player development and program growth.

Defenseman Owen Gallatin, acquired from the Fort Wayne Komets in November, returns for the 2025‑26 campaign after a breakout season that helped the Mariners clinch a ten‑game winning streak and reach the Kelly Cup finals.

Owen Gallatin’s overtime winner against Adirondack sparked a ten‑game winning streak and contributed seven points during the Mariners’ playoff run, underscoring his importance to the team’s recent success.

Brown University’s women’s basketball team has released its full 2026‑27 schedule, detailing home and away games, Ivy League contests and the support from the Brown University Sports Foundation.

After a breakout collegiate season and a brief professional stint, Ben Allison is set to rejoin the Maine Mariners for the 2025‑26 campaign, bringing his family’s hockey legacy back to the organization.

After a brief professional stint and a prolific college season, forward Ben Allison is back with the Maine Mariners, bringing a blend of scoring talent and family hockey heritage to the team.

After a 2025 season that saw the University of Maine’s field hockey team win just one conference game, head coach Josette Babineau and her revamped staff are preparing the Black Bears for a hopeful rebound, highlighted by exhibition matches against Brown and Harvard and a roster bolstered by experienced veterans and promising newcomers.

Coach Josette Babineau announced the addition of five new players to the UMaine field hockey roster and hinted at a potential NCAA lawsuit that could grant an extra year to Class of 2026 graduates, while previewing a schedule that begins with preseason games on August 21st and a home opener on August 28th.

The Portland Hearts of Pine soccer club announced plans for a new stadium at Cassidy Point, aiming to replace the sold‑out Fitzpatrick Stadium while preserving the city’s unique match‑day atmosphere.