June 17, 2013
Black Bear Sports Properties Secures New Five-Year Relationship with Blueberry Broadcasting, Waterfront Communications
Black Bear Sports Properties, a property of Learfield Sports and the exclusive multimedia rights holder for University of Maine Athletics, announced today that Blueberry Broadcasting in Bangor/Augusta and Waterfront Communications in Bangor have entered into respective, five-year agreements to be radio affiliates of the Black Bear Sports Network starting this fall.

June 11, 2013
Enter to Win a Free University of Maine Summer Sports Camp Scholarship
Attention Black Bear fans! Looking for a inexpensive summer sports camp? How does FREE sound? Click here for details!

June 5, 2013
Men's and Women's Cross Country, Field Hockey and Women's Soccer Honored for Multi-Year APR Scores
The University of Maine men’s and women’s cross country teams, field hockey team and women's soccer squad were two of more than 950 NCAA Division I sports teams honored by the NCAA on Wednesday, June 5 for earning Public Recognition Awards, based on their most recent multi-year Academic Progress Rate (APR). These awards are given each year to teams with APRs in the top 10 percent plus ties in each sport.

May 29, 2013
Black Bear Cruise Rescheduled for June 14
ORONO, Maine -- The Black Bear Cruise has been rescheduled to June 14 due to inclement weather predicted for the southern Maine area.

May 16, 2013
New Balance Field House Making Progress
ORONO, Maine-- The University of Maine athletics department is in the first phase of a construction project on the Field House and Memorial Gym. The first phase will focus on a renovation of the Field House and the construction of a new entry way on the west side of the building. The Field House will be renamed the “New Balance Field House” in recognition of a $5 Million gift from New Balance.

May 14, 2013
Maine Announces 2013 Hall of Fame Class
ORONO, Maine – The University of Maine announced today that it has selected six former student-athletes for induction into the 2013 University of Maine Sports Hall of Fame. Former men’s basketball standout Francois Bouchard (1994), hockey star Jack Capuano (1989), track and field record holder Gerard LaFlamme, swimming standout Susan Herrick Lizzotte (1999), football player Carleton “Speed” Merritt (1924) and baseball All-American Chad White (1993) are the newest selections.

May 14, 2013
Sports Medicine Golf Scramble Set for June 7

May 8, 2013
Senior Student-Athletes Reflect on Their Time at the University of Maine
On Saturday, May 11, the University of Maine will hold its commencement where many Black Bear student-athletes will receive their degrees. Below are student-athlete thoughts as they reflect on their time at the University of Maine.

April 23, 2013
UMaine Student-Athletes Participate in Community Reading Day
University of Maine student-athletes participated in the annual Community Reading Day at the Fruit Street School in Bangor this morning. Student-athletes and others read and shared information about their school, workplace and jobs to the children.

April 8, 2013
10th Annual Super Suppah a Huge Success at UMaine

April 1, 2013
Renovations Begin on Memorial Gym Field House
The University of Maine field house renovations began on Monday, April 1, 2013. Preliminary work has begun and the field house will be closed to the athletic department, University of Maine faculty and staff and the general public.

March 27, 2013
Maine Honors Scholar-Athletes for Academic Achievement
The University of Maine announced on Thursday that 250 student-athletes will be honored and recognized for their success in the classroom at the Scholar-Athlete Recognition ceremony on Monday, March 25, 2013. One-hundred sixty five student-athletes will be recognized as Scholar-Athletes for achieving a 3.0 or better grade point average for the 2012 year and/or having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Eighty-five first-year student-athletes will also be honored as *Rising Stars* for earning a 3.0 or better in their first semester at Maine. The Scholar-Athletes and *Rising Stars* total 250, over half of the student-athletes at the University of Maine.

March 25, 2013
Brittany Ott and Mark Nemec Earn 2013 M Club Dean Smith Awards as Top Scholar-Athletes
The University of Maine announced on Monday that Brittany Ott (St. Clair Shores, Mich.) of the women’s hockey team and Mark Nemec (Rouses Point, N.Y.) of the men’s ice hockey team are the recipients of the 2013 “M” Club Dean Smith Awards. The awards are presented annually to the top male and female student-athlete with outstanding academic and athletic achievement along with citizenship and community service.

March 21, 2013
250 Student-Athletes Honored for Academic Achievement
ORONO, Maine--The University of Maine announced on Thursday that 250 student-athletes will be honored and recognized for their success in the classroom at the Scholar-Athlete Recognition ceremony on Monday, March 25, 2013. One-hundred sixty five student-athletes will be recognized as Scholar-Athletes for achieving a 3.0 or better grade point average for the 2012 year and/or having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Eighty-five first-year student-athletes will also be honored as *Rising Stars* for earning a 3.0 or better in their first semester at Maine. The Scholar-Athletes and *Rising Stars* total 250, over half of the student-athletes at the University of Maine.

March 8, 2013
10th Annual Super Suppah Set for April 6
The date for the 10th Annual Super Suppah has been set for Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Wells Conference Center on the Orono Campus. Tickets are limited so be sure to call ahead and reserve them today.

March 4, 2013
Maine Accepting Nominations for 2013 Hall of Fame Class
ORONO, Maine- The University of Maine is once again accepting nominations for its Sports Hall of Fame. Nomination forms may be downloaded by clicking the link below. Nominations are due April 5, 2013.

February 1, 2013
Maine Places Highest Percentage of Student-Athletes on America East Fall Academic Honor Roll
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- The University of Maine had the highest percentage of its fall student-athletes named to the America East Fall Academic Honor Roll, released on Friday, Feb. 1. The Black Bears had 78.1 percent of its fall student-athletes honored. Maine had 42 of those student-athletes earn a 3.5 grade point average or higher.

December 4, 2012
Bear Necessities to Feature Extended Hours
The Bear Necessities Store will now be open on Saturday's from 10-4 so that people can buy University of Maine apparel for their favorite Black Bear fan on their holiday list. The store is located inside Alfond Arena on the Orono campus.

November 19, 2012
Maine Student-Athletes Collecting Toys for Tots
The University of Maine Student-Athlete Advisory Committee will be collecting Toys for Tots once again this year. Black Bear fans are encouraged to bring toys to games for those that are less fortunate.

November 19, 2012
Purchase Your Black Bear Wreath Today
Bring the fragrance of fresh Maine balsam and the holidays into your home. Thick and full, the holiday wreath features University of Maine colors and a keepsake plush Black Bear ornament with the Black Bear logo on his t-shirt. Each wreath contains four pounds of premium, live Maine balsam greens, snowflakes, faux white berries, a plush Black Bear and a hand-tied blue bow.

September 10, 2012
UMaine Announces 2012 Sports Hall of Fame Class
The University of Maine announced today that it has selected five former student-athletes for induction into the 2012 Sports Hall of Fame. Former women’s basketball standout Kim Corbitt (2005), men’s basketball’s Charlie Goddard (1950), hockey star Steve Kariya (1999), track and field record-holder Richard Nason (1964) and softball great Michelle Puls (1998) will be inducted in the 2012 class. The group will be inducted in a ceremony at Wells Conference Center on Friday, Sept. 28.

September 5, 2012
Maine Announces Changes in Athletic Training
University of Maine Director of Athletics Steve Abbott has announced several changes to the athletic training staff. Paul Culina, who has been at the University of Maine for the past 18 years, becomes the Director of Men’s and Women’s Hockey Operations and will serve as athletic trainer for the men’s ice hockey team. Ryan Taylor has been named Head Athletic Trainer, while Michelle Bowers and Kelleigh O’Neill join the staff as assistant athletic trainers.

August 27, 2012
Annual Bear Necessities Tent Sale Set for This Week
The annual Bear Necessities Tent Sale will be held on Thursday, Aug. 30 through Sunday, Sept. 1, 2012 in the Memorial Gym Parking Lot. Thursday the sale runs 8 AM through 6 PM, Friday 8 AM through 7 PM and Saturday 10 AM through 4 PM. Don't miss a great chance to get your favorite Maine gear at outstanding prices.

August 2, 2012
Annual Bear Necessities Tent Sale Nearing
The annual Bear Necessities Tent sale will be held in the Memorial Gym parking lot August 30 - September 1, 2012. Stop by to get great prices on all your favorite Black Bear gear!

July 12, 2012
Maine Names Seth Woodcock Associate AD for Development
The University of Maine has named Seth Woodcock as the new Associate Athletic Director for Development. Woodcock, who worked in development at Maine Medical Center for the past nine years, will assume the role as the lead major gift fundraiser for athletics at the University of Maine.

June 21, 2012
Maine has 134 Student-Athletes Named to America East Honor Roll
The America East Conference announced on Thursday afternoon that the University of Maine had 134 of its winter and spring student-athletes named to this year's America East Honor Roll.

June 14, 2012
Maine Student-Athletes Post 3.04 GPA
The University of Maine was one of seven America East schools to post a 3.00 cumulative grade point average for the 2011–2012 year. The announcement was made at the America East Conference annual meetings in Annapolis, Md. The Black Bears finished the year with a 3.04 grade point average.

June 14, 2012
Maine Men's and Women's Cross Country Honored for Multi-Year APR Scores
The University of Maine men’s and women’s cross country teams were two of 954 NCAA Division I sports teams honored by the NCAA on Thursday, June 14 for earning Public Recognition Awards, based on their most recent multi-year Academic Progress Rate (APR). These awards are given each year to teams with APRs in the top 10 percent in each sport.

June 11, 2012
Speed, Strength and Conditioning Summer 2012 Clinics
Training the Maine Way. Join University of Maine Strength and Conditioning Coach Matt King for speed, strength and conditioning summer 2012 clinics. They will make you a better athlete.

June 8, 2012
Enter to Win a Free University of Maine Summer Sports Camp Scholarship
Hey Black Bear fans, looking for a inexpensive summer sports camp? How does FREE sound? 7th graders and under may register to win one of 10 free summer camp scholarships to a University of Maine Sports Camp presented by Dunkin Donuts.

May 29, 2012
Cruise Portland Harbor with the Black Bears
ORONO, Maine -- Always wanted to set sail with the Black Bears??? Well, here is your chance. Cruise Portland Harbor on the 2012 Black Bear Cruise. It's your chance to meet and talk with your favorite Black Bear coaches and student-athletes. You can also visit with Director of Athletics Steve Abbott.

May 19, 2012
Bickford, Sullivan Named to 2012 Academic All-District First Team
University of Maine swimmer Robbie Bickford (Milford, Maine) and men's ice hockey standout Dan Sullivan (York, Pa.) have been named to the Capital One 2012 Academic All-District Men's At-Large First Team. Both will now be placed on the national ballot for Academic All-America consideration. Both student-athletes are sophomores.

May 4, 2012
Ninety-Seven Student-Athletes Graduate on Saturday
Ninety-seven (97) University of Maine Black Bear student-athletes will be participating in graduation this Saturday, May 5 at Alfond Arena in Orono. This group of student-athletes includes those who completed degree requirements in December 2011 and anticipated May 2012, August 2012 and December 2012.

May 2, 2012
Student-Athletes Reflect on Time at UMaine
On Saturday, May 5, the University of Maine will hold its commencement where 97 Black Bear student-athletes will receive their degrees. Below are student-athlete thoughts as they reflect on their time at the University of Maine.

April 17, 2012
Annual Awards Night Held on Monday, April 16
The 2011-2012 University of Maine Department of Athletics Awards Night was held on Monday, April 16 at Wells Conference Center on the Orono campus. Student-athletes were honored and recognized for their accomplishments the past year.

April 3, 2012
Maine Accepting Nominations for 2012 Hall of Fame Class
ORONO, Maine- The University of Maine is once again accepting nominations for its Sports Hall of Fame. Nomination forms may be downloaded by clicking the link below. Nominations are due May 4, 2012.

March 30, 2012
Watch Cheerleaders Perform Routine for Nations
The University of Maine cheerleaders invite the public to see their national competition performance on Saturday, March 31 at 5PM in Memorial Gym. Admission is free.

March 26, 2012
Benefit for Leroy Patterson Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Third Watch Hockey Team (a local men's league team made up of law enforcement, fire fighters/EMTs and other individuals who like to "give back" to the community... see www.thirdwatchhockey.com in conjunction with the UMaine Athletic Department is sponsoring a benefit hockey game to raise money that will go to a Memorial Scholarship named in memory of retired UMaine Police Sergeant Leroy Patterson who passed away last month after a courageous battle with cancer.

March 5, 2012
Engineers Without Borders Presented $25,000 Grant from Newman's Own Foundation
Engineers Without Borders, in partnership with University at Maine, received the top grant of $25,000. Earth Day Southern Tier working with Binghamton University's SUNY VINES (Volunteers Improving Neighborhood Environments) received $15,000. Two student group/non-profit partnerships tied for the third-place grant. Both Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region, who partnered with University of Albany's Reclassifying All Children Equally (R.A.C.E.), and Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports who partnered with University of Vermont's Adaptive Sports, will receive a $10,000 grant from Newman's Own Foundation. In total, over $100,000 was awarded to nonprofits throughout the tournament.

February 5, 2012
Kelly Newton and Andrew Rogers Win M Club Dean Smith Awards
The University of Maine announced on Sunday that Kelly Newton (Vancouver, British Columbia) of the field hockey team and Andrew Rogers (Philadelphia, Pa.) of the men’s basketball team are the recipients of the 2012 “M” Club Dean Smith Awards. The awards are presented annually to the top male and female student-athlete with outstanding academic and athletic achievement along with citizenship and community service.

January 26, 2012
Maine Has Highest Percentage of Student-Athletes Named to America East Fall Academic Honor Roll
Approximately 63 percent of America East student-athletes competing in fall sports totaling 632 participants earned America East Honor Roll distinction after achieving semester grade-point averages (GPA) of 3.00 or higher. Over half of those student-athletes and 322 total earned Commissioner’s Honor Roll status for completing the fall semester with a GPA of 3.50 or higher. Maine had the highest percentage of fall student-athletes named to the honor roll as 74.2 percent achieved a 3.00 GPA or higher.

January 18, 2012
Ninth Annual Super Suppah Set for March 31
ORONO, Maine -- The date for the Ninth Annual Super Suppah has been set for Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the Wells Conference Center on the Orono Campus. Tickets are limited so be sure to call ahead and reserve them today.

January 17, 2012
Student-Athletes Celebrate Diversity
Members of the football, women's swimming & diving, soccer and track teams volunteered at the "Diversity Day" event held at the Orono/Old Town YMCA on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

December 8, 2011
MAAV Members Speak to Local 8th Grade Students
Members of the Male Athletes Against Violence peer education group and two women's soccer players visited the 8th graders at the Dr. Lewis S. Libby school in Milford earlier this week. They talked to over 75 8th graders about bullying and the importance of treating each other with respect. The student-athletes performed two skits to demonstrate how to get help if you are being bullied and then led small group discussions with each class.

December 7, 2011
SAAC to Collect Toys for Tots
The Student-Athlete Advisory Counsel will be collecting new, unwarapped toys for Toys for Tots again this year. The collections will take place at five University of Maine athletic events.

November 8, 2011
Maine to Hold Pep Rally on Thursday
The University of Maine is planning a Thursday, Nov. 10 pep rally in support of the Black Bear football team. It is scheduled for 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Memorial Union's Maine Marketplace. The marching band and cheerleaders will perform in the atrium outside the UMaine bookstore, while speakers including President Paul Ferguson and football coach Jack Cosgrove will fire up the crowd as the Black Bears move toward their last home game of the regular season, Saturday Nov. 12 at 12:30 p.m. against UMass.

October 26, 2011
UMaine Benefactors Tom and Sally Savage Donate $500,000 to Support Athletics Upgrades
Tom (Class of 1968) and Sally Savage of Key Largo, Fla. have donated $500,000 to help fund University of Maine upgrades to athletics facilities at Alfond Arena and Memorial Gym.

October 25, 2011
Maine Honored for Graduation Success Rate
The NCAA released its Graduation Success Rate today and over 80 percent of student-athletes are graduating within six years of enrolling in college. In addition, America East student-athletes are graduating at a higher rate than overall Division I student-athletes. Maine had five teams honored for perfect 100 scores.

October 25, 2011
National Make A Difference Day
Members of the men's and women's track and field and men's ice hockey teams volunteered at the Old Town YMCA on Saturday as part of the UMaine Cares project. The student-athletes helped clean up the playground and surrounding areas.

September 20, 2011
Get Your Tickets for the 2011 Hall of Fame Induction
The University of Maine Hall of Fame Induction ceremony is set for September 30. Former track and field student-athlete and coach Jim Ballinger (Maine ’66), basketball captain and benefactor Dick Collins (Maine ’59), women’s soccer great Linda Consolante-Hathorn (Maine ’06), football All-American Mark Coutts (Maine ’86), hockey standout Jimmy Howard, cross country captain William Hunnewell (Maine ’37) and Tim Tobin (Maine ’80) of the riflery team will be inducted. Fans interested in attending need to get their tickets by Wednesday, Sept. 28.

August 15, 2011
Bear Necessities Tent Sale Set for Aug. 25-27 - Inside Store if it Rains
The annual Bear Necessities tent sale is set for August 25-27 in the Alfond Arena parking lot. This is the best time of year to stock up on all your Black Bears gear for the coming year. If it rains, the sale will be moved inside the Bear Necessities Store. The store is now located inside Alfond Family Lounge due to the construction.

July 26, 2011
2011 University of Maine Athletics Annual Report
The University of Maine released the 2011 Annual Report recently, highlighting the success of Maine's teams and student-athletes during the past year. The report is an informative and pictorial look back at the 2010–11 year.

July 13, 2011
Vote for Maine Baseball and Riley Masters in America East Moment of the Year
The University of Maine baseball team and Riley Masters (Bangor, Maine) are both in the running for the 2011 America East Moment of the Year. Maine fans are encouraged to log onto the America East facebook page and like both moments. The story with the most "likes" will be crowned the Moment of the Year.

July 6, 2011
Cheerleaders to Hold Golf Tournament
The University of Maine Cheerleaders are holding a golf tournament on Saturday, July 23 at Hidden Meadows Golf Course in West Old Town, Maine.

June 30, 2011
137 Maine Student-Athletes Named to America East Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll
A total of 137 University of Maine student-athletes were among the 1,282 named to the 2011 America East Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll for earning grade point averages of 3.0 or better. Sixty-eight (68) of the 137 Black Bear student-athletes were named to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

June 28, 2011
Maine Student-Athletes Post 3.11 America East GPA for 2010-2011 Academic Year
The University of Maine was one of six schools to post a 3.00 grade point average or better in the 2010–11 America East Academic Cup, announced today by the America East Conference. The Academic Cup, established by the America East Board of Directors in 1995, is presented to the institution whose student-athletes post the highest grade point averages during that academic year.

June 21, 2011
Maine Announces 2011 Hall of Fame Class
The University of Maine announced today that it has selected seven former student-athletes for induction into the 2011 Sports Hall of Fame. Former track and field student-athlete and coach Jim Ballinger (Maine ’66), basketball captain and benefactor Dick Collins (Maine ’59), women’s soccer great Linda Consolante-Hathorn (Maine ’06), football All-American Mark Coutts (Maine ’86), hockey standout Jimmy Howard, cross country captain William Hunnewell (Maine ’37) and Tim Tobin (Maine ’80) of the riflery team. The class will be inducted at a ceremony on the Orono campus on Friday, Sept. 30, 2011.

June 21, 2011
Maine Athletics Cruise A Great Success
University of Maine coaches, staff and student-athletes set sail last Thursday in Portland, Maine with former student-athletes and fans. The group sailed around Portland Harbor with Casablanca Cruises.

June 14, 2011
Black Bear Sports Properties, Blueberry Broadcasting, LLC Extend Relationship, University of Maine Coverage
Black Bear Sports Properties (BBSP), University of Maine’s exclusive athletics multimedia rights partner, today announced an extension of their official flagship radio partnership with Blueberry Broadcasting, LLC. As a result of the new agreement, Bangor’s WKSQ 94.5 FM will broadcast all football and men’s hockey games and daily radio shows beginning this fall. The station will also be home for any men’s or women’s basketball conflicts. Additionally, WAEI 910 AM (Bangor) will carry football, men’s hockey, men’s and women’s basketball and select baseball broadcasts. WAEI will carry coaches’ shows and daily shows for football and men’s hockey as well.

June 3, 2011
Bear Necessities Temporarily Moved to Alfond Family Lounge
ORONO, Maine -- Bear Necessities, the official merchandise store of University of Maine Athletics, has moved its location to the Alfond Family Lounge while construction takes place inside Alfond Arena.

May 31, 2011
Set Sail With the Black Bears!
The 2011 Black Bear Cruise date has been set. We will sail on Casablanca Cruises on Thursday, June 16th at 6 p.m. (check in at 5:45 p.m.). Please join Athletic Director Steve Abbott, Women's Basketball Coaches Richard Barron and Amy Vachon, Football Coach Jack Cosgrove, Soccer Coach Scott Atherley and many, many more coaches and student-athletes, as we sail Portland Harbor. We will have auctions, raffles, appetizers and a cash bar. You will have an opportunity to hear from our coaches about their upcoming seasons and new recruits.

May 17, 2011
Men's and Women's Cross Country Honored for Academic Performance
The University of Maine had two teams honored by the NCAA on Tuesday, May 17 with public recognition for their latest multi-year Academic Progress Rate scores. The men’s cross country team along with the women’s cross country team were both honored.

May 16, 2011
12th Annual UMaine Sports Medicine Scramble Set for June 3

May 5, 2011
Eighty-Five Maine Student-Athletes Graduate on Saturday
ORONO, Maine--Eighty-five (85) University of Maine Black Bear student-athletes will be participating in graduation this Saturday, May 7 at Alfond Arena in Orono. This group of student-athletes includes those who completed degree requirements in December 2010 and anticipated May 2011, August 2011 and December 2011.

May 4, 2011
Student-Athletes Reflect on Time at Maine
On Saturday, May 7, the University of Maine will hold its commencement with 85 Black Bear student-athletes receiving their diplomas.

April 21, 2011
Maine Cheering Places Fifth in Division at Nationals
The University of Maine cheering team recently competed in the NCA Collegiate Cheer and Dance National competition in Daytona Beach, Fla. The team placed fifth in the Small Coed One Division, a division of 1AA school with four or fewer males.

April 19, 2011
Kelly Newton and Gustav Nyquist Named Top Athletes at Awards Night
ORONO, Maine -- The University of Maine Department of Athletics held its annual Awards Night on Monday, April 18, 2011. Several individuals and teams were honored during the evening’s festivities.

April 14, 2011
2011 Super Suppah a Huge Success

April 7, 2011
Black Bear Mentors Participate in Service Day
On Monday, April 4th and Wednesday, April 6th the Black Bear Mentors participated in service projects with their mentees at the Dr. Lewis S. Libby. The student-athlete mentors and their mentees made soup kits to deliver to the Crossroads Resource Center in Old Town. Each soup kit can feed up to 12 people.

April 5, 2011
Retired Dean Cobb to Chair UMaine Basketball Search
Robert Cobb, retired dean of the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, will chair the seven-member committee leading the search for UMaine's next women's basketball coach.

April 2, 2011
Cheerleaders to Perform Their Routine
Maine cheering heads to national competition April 6-9. Before leaving, on Sunday night, April 3, They will perform their competition show at 6 pm in memorial gym. The performance is open to the public.

March 28, 2011
Steve Abbott Accepts Two-Year UMaine Athletic Director Appointment
University of Maine President Robert Kennedy announced today that Steve Abbott has agreed to accept a two-year appointment as UMaine's athletic director.

March 16, 2011
University of Maine Accepting Nominations for 2011 Hall of Fame Class
ORONO, Maine- The University of Maine is once again accepting nominations for its Sports Hall of Fame. Nomination forms may be downloaded by clicking the link. Nominations are due April 8, 2011.

February 22, 2011
Strength and Conditioning Clinic
The University of Maine is holding a Speed, Strength and Conditioning Clinic on Saturday, April 16, 2011. Registration will take place at 7 AM and the clinic will run 8:00 AM to 12 Noon at the Latti Fitness Center. The clinic is designed for High School coaches and athletes and the cost is $25 per person.

February 6, 2011
Corey Conner and Jeremy Bender Win "M" Club Dean Smith Awards
The University of Maine announced on Sunday that Corey Conner (Townsend, Mass.) of the cross country and women’s track and field team and Jeremy Bender (St. Paul, Minn.) of the men’s swimming team are the recipients of the 2011 “M” Club Dean Smith Awards. The awards are presented to the male and female student-athlete with outstanding academic and athletic achievement along with citizenship and community service.

February 3, 2011
Black Bear Insider to Air Sunday at 11:30 on WABI
University of Maine men's ice hockey fans will want to check out Episode 10 of the Black Bear Insider set to air on Sunday, Feb. 6 at 11:30 AM on WABI. This week's episode will be a special behind the scenes of a hockey game day.

February 2, 2011
Maine Places Highest Percentage of Student-Athletes on America East Fall Academic Honor Roll
A record 634 student-athletes have been named to the 2010 Fall America East Academic Honor Roll. It is the highest number of student-athletes on the fall honor roll since its induction during the 1988-89 year. Student-athletes had to earn grade point averages of 3.0 or higher last semester to receive this recognition. Of those student-athletes, 331 earned Commissioner’s Honor Roll status for completing the fall semester with grade point averages of 3.50 or higher.

February 2, 2011
Maine Honors Scholar-Athletes for Academic Achievement
he University of Maine announced on Wednesday that 239 student-athletes will be honored and recognized for their success in the classroom at the Scholar-Athlete Recognition ceremony on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2011. One-hundred seventy four student-athletes will be recognized as Scholar-Athletes for achieving a 3.0 or better grade point average for the 2010 year and/or having a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better. Sixty-five first-year student-athletes will also be honored as *Rising Stars* for earning a 3.0 or better in their first semester at Maine. The Scholar-Athletes and *Rising Stars* total 239, over half of the student-athletes at the University of Maine.

January 11, 2011
Jim Churchill and Pete Warner Honored by NSSA
Two University of Maine media members were recently honored by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association. Jim Churchill, who broadcasts for the Black Bears Sports Network, was named the Co-Sportscaster of the Year in Maine, while Pete Warner, who covers four Black Bear beats for the Bangor Daily News, was named Sportswriter of the Year.

December 8, 2010
Make Your Year-End Gift to Maine Athletics
As the 2010 calendar year comes to a close, we are very thankful for the support we receive in Maine Athletics. Those interested in making contributions before the end of the calendar year can do so in two convenient ways and receive year-end tax benefits as well.

December 7, 2010
Skate With the Bears Set for Dec. 11
The Friends of Maine Hockey present the 2010 Skate With the Bears on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM at Alfond Arena. Join both the men's and women's ice hockey teams for this annual event.

December 2, 2010
Super Suppah Set for April 2, 2011
The date for the Eighth Annual Super Suppah has been set for Saturday, April 2, 2011 at Wells Conference Center on the Orono campus. Mark your calendar now and call to reserve your tickets.

November 29, 2010
Bear Necessities Open Extended Holiday Hours
The Bear Necessities Store will now be open on Saturday's from 10-4 so that people can buy University of Maine apparel for their favorite Black Bear fan on their holiday list. The store is located inside Alfond Arena on the Orono campus.

November 29, 2010
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee to Collect Toys for Tots
ORONO, Maine -- The student-athlete advisory committee will be helping the U.S. Marine Corps collect toys for the annual Toys for Tots campaign. Fans are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to Alfond Arena during the month of December. The committee will be collecting donations at the following events: Men’s Basketball on 12/4, 12/6 and 12/12, Men’s Hockey on 12/10 and 12/12 and Women’s Hockey on 12/10 and 12/11.

November 15, 2010
Black Bear Wreaths For Sale
With the holidays right around the corner, the search for the perfect gift has commenced! Black Bear Wreaths are available for purchase now through November 23rd. All proceeds benefit the Black Bear Fund, which in turn, supports your favorite Black Bear athletes!

September 13, 2010
Maine Partners With Career Athletes
University of Maine Athletics recently agreed to a multi-year partnership with Career Athletes. The partnership between Career Athletes and the University of Maine athletic department provides a national representation of unique networking opportunities and career development resources for current and alumni athletes.

September 10, 2010
First Episode of Black Bear Insider Set to Air on Sunday at 1130
The first episode of Black Bear Insider for the 2010-2011 season is set to air on Sunday, Sept. 12 at 11:30 on WABI.

September 10, 2010
Maine Athletics Partners With Hero's For Coaches Huddles Fundraisers
Here's a great chance to meet Maine coaches, enjoy a meal, and support the Black Bears. Hero's Family Sports Grill, located on the Odlin Road in Bangor, has partnered with University of Maine Athletics for Coaches' Huddles throughout the school year.

August 24, 2010
Bear Necessities to Hold Annual Tent Sale This Week
The Annual Bear Necessities Tent sale starts Friday and runs through the weekend. The sale features t-shirts for as low as $5 and sweatshirts as low as $15.

August 20, 2010
Steve Abbott Named Interim Athletic Director
ORONO, Maine - University of Maine President Robert Kennedy has selected Steve Abbott to serve as interim athletic director beginning Monday, Sept. 6.

August 18, 2010
Maine Announces 2010 Hall of Fame Class
Former men’s ice hockey goalie Mike Dunham and former women’s basketball standout Heather Ernest highlight the 2010 University of Maine Sports Hall of Fame class which will be inducted on September 24. Dunham ’93 was part of a goaltending duo that led Maine to its first-ever national championship in men’s ice hockey during the 1992–1993 season. He is joined in the 2010 class by Ken Black ’35, who excelled in track and cross country, former men’s soccer coach and assistant athletic director Jim Dyer, Ernest ’04, baseball captain Jeff Paul ’84 and football standout Marcus Williams ’05.

July 1, 2010
University of Maine Launches Redesigned Website

June 30, 2010
175 Maine Student-Athletes Named to America East Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll
ORONO, Maine--A total of 175 University of Maine student-athletes were among the 1,717 named to the 2010 America East Winter/Spring Academic Honor Roll for earning grade point averages of 3.0 or better. Ninety (90) of the 150 Black Bear student-athletes were named to the Commissioner’s Honor Roll for earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

June 23, 2010
Maine Student-Athletes Post 3.09 GPA for 2009-2010 Academic Year
The University of Maine was one of seven schools to post a 3.00 grade point average or better in the 2009–10 America East Academic Cup, announced today by the America East Conference. The Academic Cup, established by the America East Board of Directors in 1995, is presented to the institution whose student-athletes post the highest grade point averages during that academic year.