UMaine men’s hockey can’t hold on against UConn; Some former local high school standouts have key performances for their college teams.
Maine colleges
College notebook: Patriot League drops minimum game requirement, asks NCAA for waivers
The 12-game minimum is being dropped for the Patriot League, and that should benefit the 8-0 Bucknell women’s basketball team.
College roundup: UMaine’s Amy Vachon, Blanca Millan win top honors in America East
Amy Vachon is Coach of the Year for a third time, while fifth-year senior Blanca Millan is Player of the Year, as well as Defensive Player of the Year.
College roundup: NCAA unveils virus contingency plans for basketball tournaments
Four at-large teams will serve as replacement teams should any conference with multiple bids have a school unable to participate due to COVID-19 issues.
Tuesday’s college roundup: UMaine’s Simon named conference women’s basketball player of the week
Anne Simon had 21 points in the Black Bears win over New Hampshire.
UMaine football gets OK for home games, but no fans allowed
The first of three games in Orono during the Black Bears’ spring season is scheduled for March 13.
College notebook: Gonzaga, Baylor hold on to top two spots in men’s basketball poll
The Zags received 60 first-place votes and keep their place atop the AP Top 25, which they have held all season.
Sunday’s college roundup: No. 3 Michigan holds off No. 4 Ohio State
The Wolverines solidify their lead in Big Ten men’s basketball, improving to 16-1 with a 92-87 victory.
College teams ‘very grateful’ for a game after months and months of practice
The University of Southern Maine men’s basketball team edges the University of New England in the first game of their pandemic-altered seasons.
UMaine will become one of the few colleges with a 300-meter track
In its master plan to upgrade athletic facilities, UMaine opted to discard its outdoor 400-meter track in favor of a shorter indoor track.