Maine Hockey

The UMaine Black Bears and Sacred Heart battled to a 3-3 tie after overtime at the Alfond on Saturday, October 23rd. Check out photos from the game

Playing in front of fans for the 1st time at the Alfond Arena in 19 months, the University of Maine Black Bears Men's Hockey Team was nipped by Sacred Heart 1-0, on Friday, October 22nd. There were 4142 fans in attendance.

The Maine Field Hockey team and Husson Football team had winning streaks snapped during the weekend, and Maine football kept one 5 year streak alive.

The UMaine Women's Hockey Team was nipped by UConn Friday afternoon at the Alfond in Orono 1-0

While the Black Bears have been on the ice for about six weeks at this point, Barr feels his team may be suffering from a lack of effort put forth in the off-season.

From UMaine and Hockey East to what to watch for around the college hockey landscape nationally Jim Connelly of USCHO has the breakdown for us.

Effective Friday October 15th you'll need proof of being fully vaccinated or a negative COVID test within 72 hours plus a facemask to attend a home UMaine Hockey or Basketball Game

The University of Maine Men's Hockey lost to Omaha Saturday night, October 10th 5-3.

The UMaine Men's Hockey Team dropped the season opener at Omaha 4-1 on Friday night October 8th.

While Barr says he's not placing any expectations on this year, or concerned about season-long goals, his main focus is instilling a winning formula with the Black Bears, and is confident the wins will follow.