Tag: ice hockey

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Lowell unable to keep up with Boston College, lose 3-1 on home ice

December 9, 2025

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) “Freshman Mirko Buttazzoni skates between two Boston College defenders, entering the zone with the puck.” Jake Messer Connector Editor On Friday, Dec. 5, the River Hawks lost 3-1 to the no. 14/15 Boston College Eagles in a dominant showing from the Eagles, as they have now won seven out… Read More Lowell unable to keep up with Boston College, lose 3-1 on home ice

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Recapping the River Hawks 2023 ice hockey season

March 28, 2023

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) “River Hawks gather together in preparation for their playoff game against conference rival UConn.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor The 2022-2023 college hockey season was a challenging one for the UMass Lowell River Hawks. It was also a season filled with amazing moments and endless memories shared by the fans… Read More Recapping the River Hawks 2023 ice hockey season

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Controversy surrounding NHL’s You Can Play

February 28, 2023

(Photo courtesy of NHL.com) “Flyers players skate with pride sticks during pre-game warmups and the game.” Sarah Mahannah Connector Editor The National Hockey League has been under fire recently for incidents regarding players’ and teams’ decisions to not partake in Pride Night. In 2017, the NHL launched a campaign called “Hockey is For Everyone,” which… Read More Controversy surrounding NHL’s You Can Play

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UMass Lowell ice hockey falls short against Merrimack College this past weekend

February 28, 2023

(Photo courtesy of Julia Stanley) “River Hawks and Warriors fight for the puck against the boards on Saturday night.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor Last week, the River Hawks were able to split the weekend series with Providence College. Despite the obstacles, it was a new weekend, and on Friday night, Merrimack College came to town… Read More UMass Lowell ice hockey falls short against Merrimack College this past weekend

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River Hawks split weekend series against Boston University (BU)

November 1, 2022

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) “River Hawks forward Zach Kaiser carries the puck past the reaching stick of BU defenseman Lane Hutson.” Tanner Hume Connector Editor After a road trip that saw the River Hawks travel to Michigan State and Northeastern University, the UMass Lowell hockey team returned home on Friday Night to start… Read More River Hawks split weekend series against Boston University (BU)