The Amherst College men's ice hockey team secured a spot in the NESCAC playoffs with a commanding 6-0 victory over archrival Williams on February 21. After a crucial 3-0 win against Middlebury the previous day, the Mammoths dominated the Ephs, scoring early and adding three goals in the third period to seal the win. With this performance, the Mammoths finished the regular season strong, setting the stage for their playoff campaign.
In women's basketball, the Mammoths advanced to the NESCAC semifinals with a 77-55 victory over Connecticut College on February 22. The win showcased their offensive prowess as they pulled away in the second half, demonstrating their readiness for the upcoming challenges in the tournament. Meanwhile, the men's basketball team faced a disappointing end to their season, falling 70-59 to Bates College in the NESCAC quarterfinals on February 21. Despite a strong start, the Mammoths could not withstand Bates' hot shooting in the second half, concluding their campaign with a fourth seed in the tournament.
The squash teams wrapped up their regular seasons with tough losses against Drexel. The women's team, ranked #9, fell 9-0 to #12 Drexel on February 22, finishing the season with a 15-3 record. Despite the loss, the Mammoths remain in a strong position for the upcoming CSA National Team Championships. The men's team, ranked #14, suffered an 8-1 defeat to #8 Drexel the night before, ending their regular season at 11-6. Both teams now look ahead to their respective championship competitions, with the men's team set to compete in the CSA Divisional Team Championships from February 27 to March 1.