With a number of newcomers this season, the Black Bears are learning how to play college hockey on the fly.
Travis Lazarczyk
Columnist
Travis Lazarczyk has covered sports for the Portland Press Herald since 2021. A Vermont native, he graduated from the University of Maine in 1995 with a BA in English. After a few years working as a sports information director and in the ski industry, he began his journalism career at the Berlin (N.H.) Reporter in 1999. Prior to joining the Press Herald, Lazarczyk spent 20 years covering sports in central Maine at the Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal. He's been twice honored as the Maine Sportswriter of the Year by the National Sports Media Association.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Maine (1-4) at Bryant (2-3)
The Black Bears look to build on last week’s win at home with a conference game on the road.
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UMaine men’s hockey is the state’s team once again
The Black Bears honors their statewide fan base with an exhibition game at Bowdoin College.
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At 74, Maine javelin thrower finds comfort in competing
Steve Pelletier may be slowing a bit, but his competitive drive fuels his passion for the track and field event.
Posted inSports
Maine survives late scare to earn first win of the season
The Black Bears hold off a late North Carolina A&T rally.
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UMaine athletes thrilled with progress on facilities
Saturday’s ribbon cuttings at Alfond Arena and the new soccer field marked an end to a construction phase, with more on the way.
Posted inFootball, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk, Varsity Maine
Marshwood football’s biggest asset? Mental toughness
After mistakes that could’ve cost the Hawks a win, players stepped up in crunch time.
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North Carolina A&T (1-3) at Maine (0-4)
The Black Bears look for their first win of the season, against a first-time conference opponent.
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How does Maine men’s hockey rank to start the season?
After winning Hockey East, the Black Bears are No. 6 in Travis Lazarczyk’s preseason poll.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports, Travis Lazarczyk
Buckle up, Red Sox fans, you’re in for a wild week
The Red Sox could extend summer this week by claiming a wild card spot, or send New England headfirst into fall.