“Magical stuff happened every time the youngsters took the court,” Kalle Oakes writes.
UMaine Sports
Andy Bedard hears Maine Sports Hall of Fame’s call and reflects on legendary career
His induction to Maine Sports Hall of Fame looming, Andy Bedard is revisiting one of the most storied careers in state basketball history.
UMaine’s Sheffield, Wright sign NFL free agent contracts
Wide receiver Micah Wright signs with the New Orleans Saints and linebacker Sterling Sheffield with the Cincinnati Bengals after strong showings in NFL rookie camps last weekend.
Junior hockey notebook: Maine Nordiques sign two more tenders
Both Nordiques and Twin City Thunder have players selected in the USHL draft this week.
Thursday’s college roundup: Parise Rossignol hired as UMaine women’s basketball assistant
The senior finished her UMaine playing career this season, helping the Black Bears reach the NCAA tournament.
Former UMaine star, coach Skip Chappelle recalls roommate John Havlicek
Skip Chappelle roomed with the Celtics legend during training camp in 1962 when both were attempting to earn jobs in the NBA.
UMaine’s Drew Belcher signs free-agent contract with Arizona Cardinals
The former UMaine quarterback-turned-tight end signed after the NFL draft was complete.
Edward Little’s Grant Hartley tosses winning TD in Maine’s spring game
Grant Hartley, the former Red Eddies star, has a big day to lead the White team to a 21-14 win in the annual Jeff Cole Memorial Spring Game.
John Tortorella drives Blue Jackets into showdown with Bruins
Columbus Blue Jackets coach, former UMaine player is the same as he ever was.
UMaine announces new pricing for school’s hockey tickets
Significant cuts put ticket prices more in line with similar entertainment options in the state.