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After posting 18 wins and 53 goals in 2025, the Tufts Jumbos enter the 2026 campaign with a renewed focus on preparation, opening September 12 against No. 5 Messiah University.
In their 2026 opener, Tufts field hockey dispatched Trinity College 5-1, highlighted by two goals each from sophomore Eleanor Helm and junior Hannah Murray, while the Jumbos extended their dominance over the Cardinals to 13 straight victories since 2015.
From All‑NEPSAC honors in high school to NCAA Tournament runs with the Jumbos, Liam Kennelly’s career blends athletic achievement with a focus on honesty and academic opportunity at Tufts University.
Arizona State hockey prospect Matthew Mayich collapsed during a grueling, military‑inspired workout, was hospitalized with a cardiac event, and now lies in a coma. The incident has ignited a broader conversation about the safety of extreme conditioning in collegiate sports.
The Tufts University field hockey team, fresh off a second NCAA championship, sees three of its standout players named to the 2026 NFHCA Collegiate Watchlist, highlighting their recent accolades and the squad’s top preseason ranking.
Scott Gyimesi, a Tufts University graduate, has been awarded the 2026 D3CA Region I Men's Student-Athlete of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance on the court, in the classroom and within his community.
A look at Coach Tina Mattera’s extraordinary career, her recent 2025 championship, and the lasting influence she wields on players and the broader hockey community.
Ryan Jenei, a former Oglethorpe University player and seasoned assistant coach, will transition to Tufts University in 2026, adding depth to the coaching roster.
Tina Mattera’s induction into the 2026 NFHCA Hall of Fame recognizes a career that reshaped Tufts athletics, delivering two national titles, multiple Final Four runs and a lasting impact on generations of players.
The university has finished interviewing candidates for its Division III men's basketball head coach position, and a decision is expected soon. Four individuals have emerged as the primary contenders.
Tufts defeated Trinity (TX) 2‑1 in overtime at Kerr Stadium in Salem, Virginia, clinching their fifth NCAA Division III men’s soccer title and cementing a legacy that spans two decades of dominance.
A preview of the 2026 Taunton High School football schedule, highlighting fresh rivals, league shifts and the upcoming Thanksgiving showdown.
From a lightning‑delayed final to a penalty shootout victory, the Marin FC 09 blue squad clinched the ECNL North American Cup, finishing a remarkable unbeaten streak.
Senior baseball standout Tasso Kotsogiannis will represent Greece at a tournament in Valencia, Spain, after obtaining Greek citizenship through the Return to Your Roots program, while also preparing to play football at Tufts University.
Former Worcester Polytechnic Institute football coach Bob Weiss died on June 20, 2026, in Mystic, Connecticut. His career, family, and lasting impact on student‑athletes are remembered ahead of a July 13 memorial service.
Clare Fitzpatrick, celebrated for her transformative work at UMass and extensive coaching pedigree, steps into the head coaching role at Tufts, promising a culture of energy, toughness and relentless competition.
Clare Fitzpatrick, a dynamic recruiter and coach with stints at UMass, Holy Cross, the Air Force Academy and Yale, has been appointed head coach of Tufts University women's basketball, tasked with sustaining the program's championship standards.
The Tufts University men's basketball program announces the elevation of Chris Lydon to associate head coach, recognizing his role in the team's Elite Eight run and his extensive coaching background.
After three successful years as an assistant, Chris Lydon ascends to associate head coach at Tufts, where his contributions have propelled the program to new heights.
Senior Max Bohane shines as a baseball standout, artist, and golfer, using his platform to fund cancer research, uplift strangers during the pandemic, and earn accolades across sports and culture.
Buratti, who previously helped Merrimack reach its first WNIT bid, joins the University at Albany staff with a background spanning Italy, Tufts and Eastern Nazarene
Five Tufts University baseball players have been named to the 2025‑26 Academic All‑District® Teams, highlighting a season marked by athletic success and high academic achievement.
After a challenging season, Northwestern appoints Carla Berube as head coach, tapping longtime player‑turned‑assistant Lauren Dillon to help forge a new culture, attract fresh talent and chase NCAA tournament dreams.
Taunton, Bridgewater-Raynham and Dighton-Rehoboth have secured seeds in the MIAA tournaments, bringing standout seniors and future college stars into the spotlight.