Black Bears bring back experienced defense while replacing Jeremy Swayman; team faces lack of home crowd advantage.
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College Basketball: Maine’s conference schedules set
Black Bears have a full 18-game America East schedule and are eager to go.
College hockey programs in Maine hoping for a season during pandemic
The University of Maine hopes to begin play in late November, while the state’s Division III programs will start later.
Junior hockey: Nordiques’ Tyler Gaulin commits to Maine Black Bears
The Kingston, New Hampshire native, who grew up a University of New Hampshire fan, is off to a fast start in his first full season with the Maine Nordiques, recording two goals and five assists in four games.
The University of Maine women’s basketball team is eager to play, but start to the season still uncertain
Black Bears scheduled to begin campaign Nov. 28, but rigorous COVID-19 testing and a travel exemption from the state still loom as potential hurdles.
UMaine athletics to receive $90 million from Alfond Foundation
The gift – part of a staggering $240 million for the University of Maine System – is the largest ever given to a New England public university for athletics.
CAA announces plans for six-game spring football season
Maine’s schedule could start as early as March 6, but state COVID-19 regulations could hinder the Black Bears’ ability to play any games.
College Basketball: With a start date, UMaine basketball teams eager for a season
Many issues need to be resolved before the Black Bears can take the court.
Junior hockey: Competitive all-star game wraps up Maine Nordiques’ main camp
Forty-six players were divided into two teams for Friday’s all-star game. Also, Sergei Anisimov preparing for the Thunder’s camp, while Nick Pomerleau and Aaron Higgins used this week to get ready for the Maine Prep Prep Academy season.
Junior hockey notes: Thunder’s Levente Keresztes’ goal is to play in USHL next year
Twin City Thunder forward was selected in both the USHL and NAHL entry drafts and hopes to play for the Youngstown Phantoms of the USHL next year. Also, Lewiston native Alex Rivet attends the Johnstown Tomahawks’ camp.