University of Maine hockey player Spencer Abbott was named Thursday morning one of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, which is given annually to college hockey’s top player. The Hobey Baker Memorial Committee announced the three finalists, known as the Hobey Hat Trick. (more…)
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UMaine’s Abbott Named a Hobey Baker Award Finalist
Thursday, March 29th, 2012Leroy Patterson Memorial Scholarship Hockey Fundraiser April 1
Thursday, March 29th, 2012A benefit hockey game to raise funds for a scholarship created by the friends and family of former University of Maine police officer Leroy Patterson is scheduled for 6 p.m. Sunday, April 1 at UMaine’s Alfond Arena. (more…)
Basketball Coach to be Featured on ESPN Show
Thursday, March 29th, 2012University of Maine women’s basketball coach Richard Barron will be featured in an upcoming episode of the ESPN show “Outside the Lines.” The show is scheduled to air at 3 p.m. on April 3. Barron was interviewed about Title IX and the use of male students as practice players for women’s basketball teams, among other topics. This is the 40th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, the landmark legislation that prohibits discrimination in any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. “Outside the Lines,” which is hosted by veteran sportscaster Bob Ley, is an award-winning series that focuses on issues beyond the playing field.
Contact: Tyson McHatten, (207) 581-3596 or Jessica Bloch, (207) 581-3777
Newspaper Report on Women’s Basketball Recruiting Trip
Thursday, March 29th, 2012The Bangor Daily News has a report about UMaine women’s basketball coach Richard Barron, who is undertaking a major recruiting trip through 10 countries. Barron will have visited Italy, Serbia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Germany, England, Israel, Latvia and Belgium before returning to Maine. He told the BDN that Europe is the best place to get the best players right now for the Black Bears.
Contact: Jessica Bloch, (207) 581-3777
Head Injury Treatment Highlighted in Newspaper
Monday, March 26th, 2012The Bangor Daily News reported on UMaine’s approach to diagnosis and treatment of head injuries to student-athletes. According to the article, UMaine head athletic trainer Paul Culina said UMaine has been on the cutting edge of diagnosing and treating athletes who suffer concussions.
Contact: Jessica Bloch, (207) 581-3777
Boston Globe Features UMaine Athletics
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012Will O’Neill, a UMaine fourth-year men’s hockey player, was profiled in the Boston Globe. O’Neill said the experience of playing at Alfond Arena resonated with him from his first game as a freshman, and that coach Tim Whitehead is “head-over-heels” committed to Maine hockey. In another story, columnist Bob Ryan toured New England’s Division I men’s basketball programs and visited Orono on Jan. 11 for a game against Boston University. In the story, Ryan notes that UMaine may have the best pep band in New England.
Contact: Jessica Bloch, (207) 581-3777
NCAA Ice Hockey Tournament Information Available
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012University of Maine men’s hockey fans who are interested in watching or traveling to Saturday’s NCAA regional game in Worcester, Mass., can visit a page on the Black Bears’ website for more information. (more…)
UMaine Hockey rally Tuesday at 12:30
Tuesday, March 20th, 2012A rally to celebrate UMaine Hockey’s participation in the NCAA tournament will be held at 12:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union. Speakers include head coach Tim Whitehead and members of the team. Danny Williams will serve as the MC of the event. The Black Bear pep band will provide entertainment. Robert Dana, vice president for student affairs will also provide remarks.
Contact: Ron Lisnet (207)581-3779, ron.lisnet@umit.maine.edu
Spencer Abbott named Hockey East Player of the Year, Hobey Baker Finalist
Friday, March 16th, 2012UMaine Hockey senior forward Spencer Abbott was named Hockey East Player of the Year at the league’s awards banquet Thursday night in Boston. He is the fifth Black Bear player to achieve this honor. Abbott was also tabbed as a top 10 finalist for the Hobey Baker award, given annually to the nation’s top college hockey player. Abbott leads the nation in scoring with 20 goals and 39 assists for 59 points. The Black Bears face Boston University in the Hockey East semifinals Friday night in Boston. More information can be found online.
Contact: Ron Lisnet (207) 581-3779, ron.lisnet@umit.maine.edu
Memorial Service for Carol Abbott on Saturday
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012There will be a reception at the University of Maine’s Buchanan Alumni House following a memorial service on Saturday, March 10, for Carol Abbott, who passed away on Friday. Abbott was a UMaine alumna, the wife of former University of Maine football coach and professor Walter Abbott and the mother of current UMaine athletic director Steve Abbott. (more…)
