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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.
Remy Parker, a 28‑year‑old forward, has inked a deal with the Wheeling Nailers for the upcoming ECHL season, bringing a proven scoring touch after a stint across multiple teams and collegiate stardom.
In just over a month, college hockey has seen a federal bill aimed at standardizing transfer rules, new NCAA officiating leadership, a flurry of athletic‑director changes, contract extensions, surprising retirements, and the highest‑valued agreement ever signed by a former collegian.
The University of Maine Women's Hockey Team revealed its upcoming season, highlighting a home opener against New Hampshire and a series of key contests across the Northeast.
The University of Maine women's hockey team has released its full 2026‑27 schedule, highlighting a home opener against New Hampshire and a series of challenging road and home games throughout the season.
The University of Maine’s football program has resumed spring practices, highlighted by the return of injured running back Nick Laughlin, who is eager to contribute after a lengthy rehabilitation.
Shaunessy Saucier, a seasoned field hockey coach with deep roots in Maine, has been hired to guide Husson University’s program, aiming to build on recent successes and expand local talent.
Sean Walsh is back in New England, taking an assistant coaching role with UConn men's ice hockey after a year at Alaska‑Fairbanks. He replaces Nick Peruzzi, who moved to Wisconsin, and brings a deep coaching résumé that includes stints at Maine, the University of New England, Bowdoin College, and the USHL. Walsh’s father, Shawn Walsh, once led the Maine Black Bears to an NCAA championship, adding a layer of heritage to his new position as the Huskies aim to build on a 20‑13‑5 season that reached the NCAA Tournament.
The University of Maine’s women’s soccer team is favored to capture its fourth consecutive America East tournament title, fueled by returning starters, a strong preseason poll and a challenging schedule.
The America East coaches' poll ranks Binghamton second, highlighting a deep talent pool and a strong returning lineup ahead of the season opener against Lehigh.
Ranked second in the America East Preseason Coaches' Poll, the Bearcats bring a deep all‑conference contingent and a seasoned coaching staff into a promising 2026 schedule.
The Bloomington Bison have re‑engaged three proven scorers, hoping their combined experience will translate into a stronger offensive push next year.
The University of Maine announced its full schedule for the 2026‑27 women's ice hockey season, highlighting 35 games, the debut of head coach Alex Gettens, and ticket sales beginning Aug. 25.
UConn announces the hiring of Sean Walsh as an assistant coach, highlighting his extensive background across NCAA and USHL programs and his reputation for recruiting and player development.
Coach Jeff Kampersal introduced a diverse group of newcomers, highlighting their backgrounds and the program’s strategic vision.
The University of Maine men's basketball program has released its full non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 season, featuring 16 games, six of them at home, and a slate that begins with a two‑game road trip before a series of home contests and a mid‑season classic.
Alex Gettens, the newly appointed head coach of the University of Maine women's ice hockey team, aims to lift the program to the top half of its league and onto the national stage, leveraging a renovated Alfond Arena and a roster brimming with young talent.
The University of Maine announced Alex Gettens as its new head coach for the women's ice hockey program, bringing a track record of development and tournament success.
Alex Gettens, the eighth head coach in program history, returns to the University of Maine with a clear vision to elevate the Black Bears to national prominence.
Alex Gettens steps into the head coaching role at the University of Maine, promising an aggressive style and a push toward national relevance for the women's hockey program.
University of Maine appoints Alex Gettens as head coach of women's hockey, aiming to elevate the program to a national contender, backed by athletic director Jude Killy and returning captain Mikayla Boarder.
After an 8‑4 season in 2025, Sacred Heart University's football team, the Pioneers, will compete in the CAA next year, facing rivals and a predicted tenth‑place finish.
At a July 28 press conference, Coach Alex Gettens detailed his offensive‑focused approach, aiming to attract top recruits and strengthen the University of Maine’s presence on and off the ice.
The University of Maine's men's hockey team will play at Madison Square Garden for the first time on November 28, facing Cornell in a Frozen Apple series game that highlights a storied rivalry and recent successes for both programs.