The Middlebury men's ice hockey team is set to face Bowdoin in the NESCAC semifinals after a hard-fought 3-2 double-overtime victory over Wesleyan in the quarterfinals. Scheduled for Saturday at 4:30 p.m. in Clinton, New York, this matchup marks Middlebury's 17th appearance in the conference semifinals and their third consecutive year reaching this stage. The Panthers, who have claimed eight NESCAC titles—the most in the conference—are looking to secure a spot in the championship game for the 13th time in program history. Jake Stevens has been recognized for his contributions this season, earning All-NESCAC First Team honors, highlighting the balanced scoring approach of a team with 18 players contributing to the score sheet this year.
Meanwhile, the women's ice hockey team is preparing to host the NESCAC Championship weekend at Chip Kenyon '85 Arena. Semifinal tickets went on sale on March 4 and will be available until March 7. Middlebury students can attend free of charge with a student ID. The championship games will take place on March 7 and 8, with a limited number of tickets available for purchase at the athletics box office. This event represents a significant opportunity for the women’s program, as they aim to make a mark in the postseason.
In other news, Darren Shroyer has been appointed as the associate equipment manager for Middlebury athletics. Shroyer joins the Panthers after a stint with Dartmouth College, bringing valuable experience to the role. He expressed enthusiasm for supporting the student-athletes and contributing to the department's culture and standards.