
UMass Hockey Bolsters Roster with 12 New Talent for 2026‑27 Season
The Minutemen welcome a diverse class of twelve newcomers, featuring top Canadian prospect Maxim Masse, Czech netminder Tobias Trejbal and a host of draft‑eligible players.
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The Minutemen welcome a diverse class of twelve newcomers, featuring top Canadian prospect Maxim Masse, Czech netminder Tobias Trejbal and a host of draft‑eligible players.

Former Dayton Flyers guard Javon Bennett and 14 other student‑athletes have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the NCAA’s revised five‑year eligibility rule, arguing it unfairly limits competition and earnings.

UMass women's soccer reveals its 2026 regular‑season slate, featuring nine home matches at Rudd Field, two exhibition games, and a road trip that spans the Northeast and Midwest.

The University of Massachusetts will welcome a twelve‑player recruiting class for the 2026‑27 men’s ice hockey season, featuring top talent from North America and Europe.

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.

Ryan Hulings brings a wealth of experience from Army, Kentucky, UAB and other programs to the University of Massachusetts women's soccer team.

The University of Massachusetts welcomes a seasoned netminder whose Western Hockey League pedigree and elite save‑percentage record promise to strengthen its defensive lineup.

A wave of high‑profile commitments signals a transformed recruitment cycle, with standout players choosing colleges amid evolving eligibility frameworks.

With the traditional Letter of Intent gone, programs are scrambling to secure elite talent late in the cycle, leading to a flurry of pledges across the nation.

From Duke’s 1990 upset of UNLV to the rise of future NBA icons, the 1990s set a benchmark for college basketball that still fuels debates today.

John McNelis, a 5‑10 left‑shot forward, has committed to the University of Massachusetts hockey program for the 2026‑27 season, bringing USHL experience, international medals, and a proven offensive track record.

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.

Max Weir’s appointment as head baseball coach at the University of Massachusetts follows a season of rapid improvement, highlighted by player accolades and a near‑miss at the MAC playoffs.

The university announced the hiring of Scott Holsopple, a coach with 28 years of experience across college football and basketball programs, to lead the men's basketball team's performance initiatives.

The University of Massachusetts announced the commitment of Czech netminder Tobias Trejbal, a top‑ranked prospect expected to be drafted this month, to join the program for the 2026‑27 season.

John Calipari is tapping his New York Knicks network to bring top recruits and marquee games to Fayetteville, hoping to finally break the Razorbacks' title drought.

Finnish defenseman Samu Alalauri joins the University of Massachusetts for the 2026‑27 season, bringing size, award‑winning performance and international experience.

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.

Maxim Massé’s latest honor as the David Branch Player of the Year underscores a career already decorated with multiple MVP awards, gold‑medal performances and a landmark draft selection.

UConn's football program has added five verbal pledges, including Jason Madden, Preston Glasco, Jaydon Rawls, Raph Bonfoh and Krystian Oakley, each bringing distinct talents and multiple scholarship offers from across the nation.

Ten former Wisconsin football standouts are poised to reshape their new teams' outlooks for the upcoming season, from dominant receivers to emerging quarterbacks.

Harvard's 2026 baseball campaign delivered dramatic walk‑off victories, a high‑scoring upset over UMass, and a three‑game sweep of Princeton, while senior captain Gio Colasante and junior shortstop Jack Rickheim earned unanimous All‑Ivy First Team honors.

The University of Massachusetts announced the commitment of Jasper Kuhta, a 6‑2, 198‑pound left‑shot forward from Helsinki, to its incoming class for the 2026‑27 season. Ranked No. 95 by NHL Central Scouting, Kuhta brings size, skill and global experience to the program.