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Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

UMass trounced by Boston College in Hockey East semifinal

UMass trounced by Boston College in Hockey East semifinal

Jack Ferry, Writer March 26, 2024

The UMass hockey team was no match for the Boston College Eagles on Friday, losing embarrassingly 8-1 in front of a packed TD Garden crowd. The Eagles talent was on full display, as first-round NHL...

UMass advances to TD Garden with an NCAA Tournament bid in sight

UMass advances to TD Garden with an NCAA Tournament bid in sight

Jack Ferry, Writer March 21, 2024

The No. 16 UMass hockey team punched their ticket to the TD Garden last Saturday with a 3-1 victory over the Providence Friars in the Hockey East quarterfinals. The win also lifted the Minutemen to No....

UMass comeback bid falls short in A10 tournament against VCU

UMass comeback bid falls short in A10 tournament against VCU

Hayden McLaughlin, Assistant Sports Editor March 15, 2024
The UMass Men’s Basketball season ended Thursday afternoon in Brooklyn at the hands of a dominant VCU squad. Read Hayden McLaughlin’s article for a recap of what happened.
UMass swept by Maine, set for Hockey East quarterfinal matchup at Providence

UMass swept by Maine, set for Hockey East quarterfinal matchup at Providence

Jack Ferry, Writer March 13, 2024
Two heartbreaking finishes leave the Minutemen with their backs against the wall going into the weekend. Read Jack Ferry’s recap of the weekend, and what’s at stake heading into the Hockey East tournament.
UMass nabs 20th win for the first time since 2014-15 despite injuries

UMass nabs 20th win for the first time since 2014-15 despite injuries

Hayden McLaughlin, Assistant Sports Editor March 13, 2024
Despite multiple obstacles, UMass pushed past Fordham behind Josh Cohen’s 19 points. Check out Hayden McLaughlin’s article for a recap and look ahead to the A10 tournament.
UMass gets knocked out of the second round of the Atlantic 10 Championship by Duquesne 81-57

UMass gets knocked out of the second round of the Atlantic 10 Championship by Duquesne 81-57

Eric Lee, Writer March 8, 2024
Duquesne was just too much for UMass, as they bowed out of the second round of the A-10 championship. Eric Lee gives you all the details on how the game went in his article.
UMass moves on to the second round of the Atlantic 10 Championship

UMass moves on to the second round of the Atlantic 10 Championship

Eric Lee, Writer March 7, 2024
The Minutewomen’s newfound mentality pays off as they move on to the second round of the A-10 championship, defeating La Salle. Find out how it happened in Eric Lee’s article.
Ufko saves the day for UMass, scores two overtime winners in sweep of UMass Lowell

Ufko saves the day for UMass, scores two overtime winners in sweep of UMass Lowell

Jack Ferry, Writer March 6, 2024
The Minutemen won both games against UMass Lowell this past weekend thanks to Ryan Ufko. Read Jack Ferry's story to see how it happened.
Kristin Williams leads UMass past St. Bonaventure 58-45

Kristin Williams leads UMass past St. Bonaventure 58-45

Eric Lee, Writer March 5, 2024
Kristin Williams goes off in the last game of the regular season to give the Minutewomen their fourth win of the season. Read Eric Lee’s article on how it went down.
Meet Holly Turbill and Simon van de Loo: Two internationals with extensive field hockey backgrounds

Meet Holly Turbill and Simon van de Loo: Two internationals with extensive field hockey backgrounds

John Ruggiero, Lead Sports Editor March 5, 2024
Internationals Holly Turbill and Simon van de Loo both made a considerable impact this past season to the UMass Field Hockey team as new assistant coaches. Read John Ruggiero's story to learn more about them and their impact on the team.
UMass Basketball pushes past Davidson on the road

UMass Basketball pushes past Davidson on the road

Hayden McLaughlin, Assistant Sports Editor March 5, 2024

After multiple games this season filled with heartbreak in the final minute, UMass (19-8, 10-7 A10) triumphed again with a 69-67 victory against the Davidson Wildcats (15-14, 5-11). The Minutemen picked...

UMass splits with UNH in pivotal series, controversial game-tying goal leaves Carvel with sour taste

UMass splits with UNH in pivotal series, controversial game-tying goal leaves Carvel with sour taste

Jack Ferry, Writer March 1, 2024
UMass hockey head coach Greg Carvel was not happy after the Minutemen’s loss to UNH on Saturday. Read Jack Ferry’s article to find out why.
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