I don't know the background of any specific case, but I'm pretty confident in saying that has already happened. There's no doubt it has in FB and BB. Thankfully, $$ haven't corrupted our favorite game to a degree remotely close to what's been seen in those big revenue sports, but we'd be naive to think bidding wars guided by "family advisors" (agents) aren't happening.
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I don't know the background of any specific case, but I'm pretty confident in saying that has already happened. There's no doubt it has in FB and BB. Thankfully, $$ haven't corrupted our favorite game to a degree remotely close to what's been seen in those big revenue sports, but we'd be naive to think bidding wars guided by "family advisors" (agents) aren't happening.
CornellFan13
New member
The scholarship cap was removed in every sport, not just hockey. I don't think many athletic programs in the country can afford the extra scholarships across all sports. Schools could up the number of scholarships only in certain sports but not others, but how many are really going to choose men's hockey? Plus, per Title IX, schools would then have the proportionally increase the number for women's sports as well.
Even just taking North Dakota as an example, their athletic revenue versus expenses is break-even. Where are they going to find the money to award all these extra scholarships (including the same number for women), let alone pay players salaries?
Chuck Murray
WIS & Effingwoods Hockey Almanac
Even with a scholarship cap ... how many programs are going to want to exceed current standards by more than marginal amounts, when the amount of players skating per game is limited to 20 (or 21 as in recent years)? Looking ahead ... is this going to pressure the NCAA and/or the conferences to scale that number back to 20??
The better scholarship-worthy players are still going to have ice time expectations, and if they're not met, they're bound for the portal shortly. Schools with too many scholarships will get reputations, and advisors aren't going to be happy either if/when their clients find a year or two of their eligibility "burnt" on them.
Somewhere out there, Steve "Count" Cedorchuk shakes his head, a misunderstood visionary 30 years before his time ...
The better scholarship-worthy players are still going to have ice time expectations, and if they're not met, they're bound for the portal shortly. Schools with too many scholarships will get reputations, and advisors aren't going to be happy either if/when their clients find a year or two of their eligibility "burnt" on them.
Somewhere out there, Steve "Count" Cedorchuk shakes his head, a misunderstood visionary 30 years before his time ...
I guess we can only wait and see...gauge how it effects programs in the next 2-3 years...bottom line just go to the rink and enjoy the game and let the chips fall where they may...have seen many changes..good & bad,just another tweak to think about.
ticapnews
Never Forget!
In Bangor on business and stopped by the Alfond. Renovations are coming along nicely. The schedule should be released in 2-3 weeks and season tickets will follow in snail mail soon thereafter.
Bear Necessities is having a sale, btw. Authentics are only $100 down from $150...
Oh, and we need a new banner for NC$$ appearances. The one that's hanging is full and there's no room to add 2024...
Bear Necessities is having a sale, btw. Authentics are only $100 down from $150...
Oh, and we need a new banner for NC$$ appearances. The one that's hanging is full and there's no room to add 2024...
tylerzx2002
Well-known member
Looks like placeholders have been added to the Alfond rink schedule for the following dates through the end of 2024.
Sat, Oct 5
Sat, Oct 12
Fri, Oct 18 + Sat, Oct 19
Fri, Nov 1 + Sat, Nov 2
Fri, Nov 15 + Sat, Nov 16
Sat, Dec 7 + Sun, Dec 8
Fri, Jan 3 + Sat, Jan 4 (Denver)
Sat, Oct 5
Sat, Oct 12
Fri, Oct 18 + Sat, Oct 19
Fri, Nov 1 + Sat, Nov 2
Fri, Nov 15 + Sat, Nov 16
Sat, Dec 7 + Sun, Dec 8
Fri, Jan 3 + Sat, Jan 4 (Denver)
Sparkee
Blackbear
Well, we now know the Nov 15th and 16th games are vs BU. BU complete schedule was released and is up on their site as reported in their thread on this message board.
umhockey91
Well-known member
William Moore to BC a couple of days ago......the rich get richer....or just reload.
tylerzx2002
Well-known member
Additional placeholders have been added to the Alfond rink schedule for dates in 2025 as well. Updated the list below.
Sat, Oct 5
Sat, Oct 12
Fri, Oct 18 + Sat, Oct 19
Fri, Nov 1 + Sat, Nov 2
Fri, Nov 15 + Sat, Nov 16 (Boston University)
Sat, Dec 7 + Sun, Dec 8
Fri, Jan 3 + Sat, Jan 4 (Denver)
Fri, Jan 17 + Sat, Jan 18
Fri, Jan 31 + Sun, Feb 2 (UMass - Sun)
Fri, Feb 14 + Sat, Feb 15
Fri, Feb 28 + Sat, Mar 1
Wed, Mar 12 + Sat, Mar 15 (HE Playoffs)
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umhockey91
Well-known member
20 regular season home games at Alfond.....awesome!
I wonder if 10/5 is an exhibition against a Canadian school like they used to play when I was there? But maybe not, those games were usually on Sundays
umhockey91
Well-known member
Seems like 10/5 is the start of the regular season. We should find out soon.
On another note.....a NIL collective is up and running for Black Bear Athletics: https://beardowncollective.org
LAUNCH of the Bear Down Collective
With the ever-changing landscape of the NCAA, the NCAA now allows for the formation of college sports collectives. The Black Bear community is now able to financially support the team’s players through the Bear Down Collective (BDC). Coach Ben quote "The BDC provides us the flexibility to attract and retain the top - tier talent within Maine Athletics." The Bear Down Collective allows fans, alumni, and supporters to donate at any level directly to the sport of their choice. Individual supporters can visit the BDC here: Membership | Bear Down Collective
Sparkee
Blackbear
That is fantastic. A bunch of questions… On their website it says if you donate you get a sticker. Is this one that you can put on the exterior of your car? Is there anywhere you can view the sticker, t-shirt, travel mug, and hoodie? What are the events and how often do they have them?
umhockey91
Well-known member
I believe that there is a contact to email questions to.
grooverider
Your Team Sucks
I have a sneaky feeling one of those first 2 game series will be UNH. Also, wonder if there will be a Portland game this year
NorthMike
Well-known member
Swung by tbe alfond the other day, lots going on. The connector between the
Sean Walsh ctr and the rink is gone, the front entrance door area of the sean Walsh center is demo'd. Looks like the offices are still there.
Theres a huge hole their digging off to thd side of the players gym.
Quite a buzz of activity.
Sean Walsh ctr and the rink is gone, the front entrance door area of the sean Walsh center is demo'd. Looks like the offices are still there.
Theres a huge hole their digging off to thd side of the players gym.
Quite a buzz of activity.
Chuck Murray
WIS & Effingwoods Hockey Almanac
IIRC it's been awhile since the two teams met that early in the season. You never know, though ...
grooverider
Your Team Sucks
I was only speculating because the other dates line up on breaks for the students or close to breaks
