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College hockey notes: UMaine looking to build on last year’s improvement

by Drew Bonifant November 17, 2020November 17, 2020

Black Bears bring back experienced defense while replacing Jeremy Swayman; team faces lack of home crowd advantage.

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College hockey programs in Maine hoping for a season during pandemic

by Travis Lazarczyk October 22, 2020October 22, 2020

The University of Maine hopes to begin play in late November, while the state’s Division III programs will start later.

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The University of Maine women’s basketball team is eager to play, but start to the season still uncertain

by Travis Lazarczyk October 16, 2020October 16, 2020

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.

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UMaine athletics to receive $90 million from Alfond Foundation

by Steve Craig October 7, 2020October 7, 2020

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.

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CAA announces plans for six-game spring football season

by Mike Lowe September 30, 2020September 30, 2020

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.

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College athletic directors in Maine prepare for the unknown

by Mike Lowe June 14, 2020June 13, 2020

With the fall sports season looming, ADs are considering everything from safety measures to schedules – without knowing for sure if games can be played because of the pandemic.