2023-24 MBB Year in Review: Standard Bearers

After the 2022-23 season, the 2023-24 edition of the Maryland Black Bears had a big bar to try and hurdle if they wanted to get back to Blaine and challenge for the Robertson Cup. Setting a franchise-record in wins and points, as well as winning the East Division in both the regular season and playoffs,ContinueContinue reading “2023-24 MBB Year in Review: Standard Bearers”

Black Bears Secure Road Sweep in New Jersey

MIDDLETOWN, NJ– It was a battle of the last two East Division playoff winners, as the Black Bears travelled to New Jersey to take on the Titans. After a bit of a shaky start, the Black Bears got back to their game plan and swept New Jersey in their rink to push their record toContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Secure Road Sweep in New Jersey”

Black Bears Weekend Preview 10/06-07/23

Photo: Jon Pitonzo/FOHS Media Faction ABOUT LAST WEEK: The Black Bears had a big week with two straight shutouts of Danbury by the scores of 4-0 and 6-0 on Friday and Saturday respectively. Maryland was able to right some early season woes with quicker starts, stronger finishes, and some solid penalty kills. That sweep boostsContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Weekend Preview 10/06-07/23”

Black Bears Take Three of Four Points in First Trip to Rochester

ROCHESTER, NY– Coming off a successful NAHL Showcase, the Maryland Black Bears got back to divisional play, as they traveled to take on one of the debuting teams in the East Division, the Rochester Jr. Americans. With two hard-fought games, the Black Bears were able to gather three of a possible four points and splitContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Take Three of Four Points in First Trip to Rochester”

Black Bears Split Last Two at Showcase, End With Three Wins

BLAINE, MN– After a two-for-two to start off the NAHL Showcase, the Black Bears looked to at least get even with their Showcase from last season that yielded them three wins. After a tough game on Friday, they had a big bounce-back on Saturday to match their three wins from a year prior.  Photo: JonContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Split Last Two at Showcase, End With Three Wins”

Black Bears Start Showcase With Two Wins, Avenging Previous Showcase Losses

BLAINE, MN– In the first two games of the NAHL Showcase, the Maryland Black Bears took on two foes they have played in previous Showcases in the Odessa Jackalopes and Fairbanks Ice Dogs. Maryland lost those two games in the past, but this year’s team was able to avenge those losses, as the Black BearsContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Start Showcase With Two Wins, Avenging Previous Showcase Losses”

Black Bears NAHL Showcase Preview 09/13-16/23

ABOUT LAST WEEK: The Black Bears opened up their 2023-24 campaign with a split against the rival Tomahawks. Seven different Black Bears scored over the weekend, with Adam Schankula leading the way in the assist category with four over the weekend, while Colin Ronan and Jack Wieneke split time in the crease.  Photo: Jon Pitonzo/FOHSContinueContinue reading “Black Bears NAHL Showcase Preview 09/13-16/23”

Black Bears Split Opening Weekend

This weekend, the Maryland Black Bears were able to put a bow on the success of last season while trying to find their way in the 2023-24 season. They faced off against their rivals from Johnstown and after a rough Friday night, they made Saturday night memorable and split the weekend against the Tomahawks.  Photo:ContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Split Opening Weekend”

Black Bears Take East Division With Split in Maine

LEWISTON, ME– After a sweep at home, the Black Bears headed on the road to try and win the East Division against Maine. Knowing it wouldn’t come easy, the Black Bears used the momentum from their third period Friday into Saturday to split the weekend, but win the East Division Final three games to oneContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Take East Division With Split in Maine”

Black Bears Split With Danbury Heading Into Playoffs

ODENTON, MD– After last weekend’s idle week, the Black Bears came back to the ice for their final regular season match-up knowing they were the first seed in the East and knowing who they’d take on in the first round. With that, the Black Bears rested some of their players on the weekend as theyContinueContinue reading “Black Bears Split With Danbury Heading Into Playoffs”