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River Hawks power through early-season stumbles

Ryan Delaney Connector Contributor For the River Hawks, the 2016-2017 hockey season was the ultimate tale of two halves. It began with a two game home series against the Minnesota-Duluth Bulldogs and a chance to earn some national recognition, but UMass Lowell ended up coming away with two ties. This started what would become a

River Hawks further Hockey East title dreams with 3-1 victory over BC

The River Hawks finished with a 22-9-3 regular season record. (Christina Laderoute/Connector) Andrew Sciascia Connector Editor “We’re very excited. To get a sweep in Hockey East is tough no matter who you play. They’re a good opponent, and we’re just glad we could close it out,” said River Hawks head coach Norm Bazin. The River

River Hawks fight for third straight win in 3-2 contest against Boston University

Freshman forward Kenny Hausinger celebrates after scoring the game winning goal for the River Hawks in the third period.  Brock Johnson Connector Editor UMass Lowell looked to maintain momentum on their two-game winning streak coming into the game against Boston University at the Tsongas Center on Friday, Feb, 10. The River Hawks extended their winning

Ice hockey looks to end losing skid in must-win game at Northeastern

UMass Lowell’s C.J. Smith (left) tries to defend a pass in his own zone last Friday night against Northeastern. (Christina Laderoute/Connector) Alexander J. Salucco Connector Editor Losers of four straight games, the UMass Lowell ice hockey team is in need of a spark. However, the defending Hockey East Champions Northeastern University will have more bite

No. 7 men’s hockey bested by No. 1 Boston University 4-2

Kenny Hausinger (left) eyes the puck as he is flanked by Chad Krys. (Matt Dwyer/Connector) Brock Johnson Connector Editor BOSTON, Mass. — The UMass Lowell men’s hockey team fought hard and played well but were unable to best top-ranked Boston University 4-2 after a physical competition and some outstanding play by the Terriers’ freshman netminder

How they got here and why they can stay

Freshman goalie Tyler Wall has proven that he is up to the task of helping carry the River Hawks to another successful season. (Courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) Alex Salucco Connector Editor After starting the year as the eighth-ranked team in the nation, the UMass Lowell hockey team has found itself as high as number

River Hawks defeat Black Bears 4-1 to earn series split

UMass Lowell forward C.J. Smith watches carefully as Maine’s Dane Gibson controls the puck. (Matt Dwyer/Connector) Brock Johnson Connector Staff The River Hawks managed a series split against Hockey East opponent University of Maine this weekend, losing 5-2 on the road Friday but came home to the Tsongas Center to earn a 4-1 victory Sunday

River Hawks score three power play goals, down Vermont 4-2

Joe Gambardella (5) controls the puck as he is pursued by Vermont forward Rob Darrar (23). (Matt Dwyer/Connector) Hannah Manning Connector Editor The No. 6 UMass Lowell men’s hockey team finished their series against the University of Vermont with two wins, getting them 4 points in the Hockey East conference. With the 4-2 win on