Some high school coaches say the rule gives unsuccessful teams a needed boost, while others say it’s unfair to smaller schools vying for playoffs.
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‘Something we haven’t seen in a long time’: UMaine to compete in NCAA tournaments in both basketball, hockey
There’s plenty of excitement in Orono and across the state with both the women’s basketball and men’s hockey teams making postseason runs this spring.
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York’s Brady Cummins helps Colgate land berth in NCAA men’s tournament
The 6-foot-6 sophomore is coming off a career-high 19 points in the Patriot League championship game.
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Mackenzie Holmes finishes stellar college career as Indiana heads to NCAAs
The Gorham native feels she’s ready to play in the NCAA Tournament after suffering an injury setback late in the regular season.
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Men’s hockey: Penalty killing is key for UMaine against BU in Hockey East semifinals
The Black Bears allowed four power-play goals to the Terriers in a pair of regular-season losses in November.
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Men’s basketball: It’s a ‘W’ so far for J.P. Estrella at Tennessee
The former South Portland High standout has flashed potential and his personality for one of the best teams in America.
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College hockey: Nadeau brothers learn to adjust their game at UMaine
Freshmen Bradly and Josh Nadeau have evolved into better two-way players this season, and now will get their first taste of college playoff hockey.
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UMaine’s Anne Simon making the most of her fifth-season opportunity
Simon, the America East Player of the Year for a second time, and the Black Bears are one win from an NCAA tournament berth.
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A celebration of old times for 2011 Stanley Cup champions
Boston’s last championship team is being honored before Thursday’s game against the Maple Leafs.
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Lucas Giolito’s elbow injury looks serious, and Red Sox need to shuffle rotation in response
Boston Manager Alex Cora says it’s ‘not a good day for us’ with starter Lucas Giolito, acquired in the offseason, possibly done for the season.